Indonesia and Australia Collaborate on Maritime Security Training
Indonesia and Australia Collaborate on Maritime Security Training
The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation together with the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs held maritime security training activities
The Ministry of Transportation, through the Directorate General of Sea Transportation, especially the Directorate of Sea and Coast Guard Units, is holding a Marine Security Train The Trainer activity with the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs for five days from 27 to 31 May 2024 in Surabaya.
This event aims to be a place to exchange knowledge, experience and the latest technology to improve professionalism and service quality in the maritime sector. It is hoped that the Indonesian ISPS Code Auditors can become reliable trainers, who will later be able to pass on their knowledge to the ISPS Code Junior Auditors in carrying out their duties and functions.
Furthermore, this activity is expected to produce Indonesian ISPS Code Auditors who are able to become Trainers at the national and international level, so that they can work together with IMO to train Auditors in various countries.
In his remarks, the Director of the Maritime and Coast Guard Unit, Jon Kenedi, expressed his thanks to the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs for facilitating the organization of this activity.
Strengthening Synergy
He also stated that the collaboration with the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs was a concrete manifestation of the commitment of the Maritime and Coast Guard Unit Directorate to strengthen synergy between institutions in achieving the security of ships and port facilities.
“Through the Marine Security Train the Trainer activity which we have prepared carefully, it is hoped that the participants can gain an in-depth understanding of regulations, both national and international, which will be provided by Mr. Mourad Ghorbel, Maritime Security Expert, Consultant for IMO.
“In this way, participants can apply best practices and innovative strategies in managing the security of ships and port facilities,” he concluded.
Strategic Steps
Implementing the ISPS Code is a strategic step in maintaining the security of ships and port facilities and ensuring smooth operations.
In a world that continues to develop, maritime security challenges are increasingly complex and require decisive action and synergy from all relevant parties.
The ISPS Code provides a strong foundation for organizing and implementing effective security measures, which have a positive impact on port facilities in Indonesia and reflect the government’s commitment to maintaining the security of maritime infrastructure in the eyes of the world.
This activity was attended by representatives from the Tanjung Perak Main KSOP Office, the Surabaya Class I Type A Navigation District Office, the Gresik Class II KSOP Office, the Head of the Tanjung Perak Class II PLP Base, and Ms. Gillian Van Dure from the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs, and participants in the Marine Security Train The Trainer.
