Maritime and Port Security (ISPS Code) (SM-013) Training Course

Maritime and Port Security (ISPS Code)

Ports and ships face threats including terrorism, piracy, smuggling, stowaways and cargo crime. The ISPS Code provides the international framework for maritime security…

5 daysClassroom

13Upcoming dates

7Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Ports and ships face threats including terrorism, piracy, smuggling, stowaways and cargo crime. The ISPS Code provides the international framework for maritime security.

This LLMI course covers the ISPS Code and related regulations, port facility and ship security assessments and plans, security levels, access control, cargo and container security, drills, piracy awareness and coordination. Participants develop port facility security plan elements. It does not replace officially approved PFSO certification.

Course Objectives

Explain the ISPS Code and maritime security framework

Conduct port facility security assessments

Develop port facility security plans

Manage security levels and access control

Secure cargo and containers

Plan drills, exercises and coordination

Target Audience

Port facility security officers

Port managers

Ship and company security officers

Maritime regulators

Terminal operators

Security consultants

Course Methodology

Regulatory presentations

Assessment workshops

Case studies

Drill planning

Group discussions

Course outline

1Day 1: Maritime Security Framework

Maritime threats
ISPS Code
Roles and responsibilities
Security levels
Exercise: Responsibility mapping

2Day 2: Security Assessment

Assessment process
Vulnerabilities
Critical assets
Documentation
Workshop: Port facility assessment

3Day 3: Security Plans and Access

Security plans
Access control
Restricted areas
Ship-port interface
Exercise: Plan elements

4Day 4: Cargo and Threats

Container security
Smuggling
Stowaways
Piracy awareness
Case study: Port security incident

5Day 5: Drills and Coordination

Drills and exercises
Records
Coordination with authorities
Improvement
Capstone: Security plan review

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Maritime and Port Security (ISPS Code) course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Maritime and Port Security (ISPS Code) course?

The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Paris. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Paris, Munich, Kuala Lumpur, Amsterdam, London, Barcelona, Cape Town.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Maritime and Port Security (ISPS Code)

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