Maritime security strategy

 

 

 

https://commission.europa.eu/index_en

The EU’s maritime security strategy (EUMSS) is built upon closer collaboration within the EU, across regional and national levels.

 

The maritime security strategy promotes international peace and security, as well as respect for international rules and principles, while ensuring the sustainability of the oceans and the protection of biodiversity.

Objectives

  • protect EU interests at sea - citizens, economy, infrastructure, and borders
  • protect our natural resources and the marine environment
  • uphold international law, particularly the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
  • react promptly and effectively to growing threats (e.g., cyber and hybrid threats)
  • ensure relevant training and education to counter threats (e.g., cyber skills)

Actions

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British Captain Receives Merchant Navy Medal for Saving 89 Lives

Marine Lynk

 September 2, 2025

Captain Chris Phillips (courtesy of UK Department of Transport)

Twelve British seafarers have been recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty, receiving the prestigious Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service which is celebrating its 20th anniversary on Merchant Navy Day, September 3.

Captain Chris Phillips, 56 from Pembrokeshire, bravely led his 30-person crew on a rescue mission during the dead of Winter in 2024, saving 89 lives at sea, including women and children, and a baby.

Born from a long line of seafarers, Phillips was inspired by his father and grandfather, both sea Captains, to join the Merchant Navy at the age of 16. He now holds the highest grade of seafarer certification in the UK and

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Transportes invierte más de 91 millones de euros para la construcción de dos buques y cuatro embarcaciones para Salvamento Marítimo

 

 

 

 

 

  • El Ministerio, a través de Salvamento Marítimo, ha adjudicado dos contratos para reforzar la flota de la entidad pública y mejorar su capacidad operativa en misiones de rescate, asistencia y protección del medio marino. 
  • Con un presupuesto de 80 millones de euros (IVA no incluido), se construirán dos buques que estarán equipados para tareas de rescate, sofocar incendios en otros barcos, brindar ayuda humanitaria y realizar patrullaje en la zona SAR asignada a España. 
  • Las cuatro nuevas embarcaciones de intervención rápida tipo salvamar, que cuentan con una inversión de 11,4 millones de euros (IVA no incluido), estarán destinadas al salvamento y rescate de vidas y bienes en la mar.
19-12-2025

El Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible, a través de la Sociedad de

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Marine Evacuation Systems: Operational and Compliance Guide

MES - Design, Deployment, and Regulatory Requirements for Rapid Mass Evacuation

https://www.marinepublic.com/blogs/distress/
326698-marine-evacuation-systems-operational-and-compliance-guide

Maritime Emergency Response: Master’s Professional Handbook

 

 

 

https://www.marinepublic.com/

Onboard emergency leadership: from safety, investigation to spills & evacuation


EMERGENCY INVESTIGATION AND LEARNING CULTURE

When accidents happen aboard vessels, the immediate instinct often involves finding someone to blame rather than seeking opportunities for improvement. This reactive approach misses the fundamental purpose of incident investigation: creating safer working environments through systematic learning. Modern maritime emergency management recognizes that most accidents result from multiple contributing factors rather than single human errors.

Accident investigation philosophy centers on continuous improvement rather than punishment, aligning with ISM Code objectives and quality management principles. Research consistently demonstrates that behind every Lost Time Accident lies approximately thirty minor injuries and over three hundred unsafe acts or conditions. These statistics reveal the critical importance of developing robust reporting culturesthat encourage

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