security

Witherbys' security publications are written by experts in the practical application of maritime security. Our titles anticipate the pressing issues within the maritime industry and are regularly reviewed and updated by both our in-house team and by leading industry specialists to ensure that they accurately reflect both regulatory developments and the current threat landscape.

Maritime security encompasses a range of topics, from cyber security to piracy and armed robbery, to the smuggling of narcotics and to terrorism. It encompasses the numerous procedures, protocols and protective measures designed to ensure the safety, protection and continual operation of a ship, its crew, ports and the wider marine environment. 

Our continually evolving publication catalogue includes a wide range of topics, such as:

- Maritime Security - A Comprehensive Guide for Shipowners, Seafarers and Administrations

-Drug Trafficking and Drug Abuse On Board Ship: Guidelines for Owners and Masters on Preparation, Prevention and Response

- Cyber Security Workbook for On Board Ship Use - 6th Edition 2025

- Piracy, Armed Robbery and Conflict at Sea - 2024-25 Edition

- Shipboard Response to Stowaways and Distressed People in Small Boats - 2025-26 Edition

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