About INTERPORTPOLICE

Over 58 Years of
Port Security Leadership

INTERPORTPOLICE is a leading global organization for airport and seaport law enforcement and public safety, uniting agencies across six continents to support cooperation in combating transnational crime, protecting the global supply chain, and enhancing the safety and security of airports, seaports, critical infrastructure, and the communities they serve.

Who We Are

INTERPORTPOLICE
International Association of Airport and Seaport Police

INTERPORTPOLICE is advancing cooperation, preparedness, education, and information sharing among airport, seaport, and transportation authorities worldwide. The organization holds consultative status with two agencies of the United Nations — ECOSOC (1986) and the IMO (2009), as well as under the US MTSA Act (2002).

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What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Global Reach

An internationally recognized body connecting port security agencies across every region.

Evidence-Based

All programs and standards are grounded in real-world incident analysis and field research.

Peer Collaboration

Members share intelligence, case studies, and operational frameworks across jurisdictions.

Founding Integrity

Over 55 years of mission continuity — built on the founding nations' commitment to securing global transport.

Leadership

Executive Staff

Jay Grant IPM
Jay Grant IPM
Secretary General
6th Secretary, appointed Sept 10, 2010
Chris Trelawny IPM
Chris Trelawny IPM
Deputy Secretary General
Commissioned January 2, 2022
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Neville Hay
Head of AVSEC Advisory & Training
Department Head
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Ian Hackett
Head of Policing & Security Practices
Department Head
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Andrew McClumpha
Head of Standards & Practices
Department Head
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Ken Matta
CSO: Head of Cybersecurity & Information
Department Head
Governance

Board of Governors

INTERPORTPOLICE is governed by an executive board of police authorities with experience in policing, security services, risk mitigation, and diplomatic & public affairs.

Chief Joseph Lawless IPM CHS-V
Chief Joseph Lawless IPM CHS-V
Board President
23rd Board President · MassPort Authority, U.S.
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Jay Grant IPM
Commissioner / Secretary General · INTERPORTPOLICE
Department Head
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Michel Antonio
Board Governor · Panama Canal Authority
Department Head
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Chief John Teehan
Board Governor · MassPort Authority, U.S.
Department Head
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CMDR Elroy Skerritt
Board Governor · Antigua Barbuda Defence FC(R)
Department Head
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John Donlon QPM, IPM
Board Governor · ACC MET Police (R) London, UK
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Pending Appointment
Board Governor · Position Pending
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Pending Appointment
Board Governor · Position Pending
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Pending Appointment
Board Governor · Position Pending
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The Board is in the process of appointing Regional Commissioners across the eight United Nations geographical regions.

History

A Legacy of Collaboration

1968

INTERPORTPOLICE founded by police authorities from Canada, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States.

1970

First global meeting at Massport's Boston USA and increased international aviation tactics.

1980

Multiple global nation and authority cooperation continues.

1990

Post-Cold War globalization drives supply chain and transnational crime priorities.

2001

We lost a senior leader in the World Trade Towers. Post 9/11 security landscape transforms the collaboration agenda.

2002

Recognized Port Authority of New York and New Jersey's Port Police Supt. of Police and Director of Public Safety Fred V. Morrone, who was serving as Executive Vice President of the INTERPORTPOLICE and a long-time innovative leader, and honored him and his 36 other officers who perished in the World Trade Towers on 9/11 by establishing the Morrone Educational Program.

2002

The INTERPORTPOLICE (International Association of Airport and Seaport Police) is codified in the United States' Maritime Transportation Security Act, named as consultative advisory in MTSA Section 109 (a) (1) for maritime security training.

2005

Global Police Cooperative Forums were held in Washington, D.C.

2009

INTERPORTPOLICE is appointed to Consultative Status to the United Nations' International Maritime Organization (IMO).

2010

INTERPORTPOLICE begins new World Port Security forum at the Port of Los Angeles, Secretary Grant is installed as the Director General.

2013

After Los Angeles Airport shooting, the SEE SAY ACT and mass environment security initiative project began to ensure active shooter response and mass communication are effective.

2015

INTERPORTPOLICE signs an agreement with London Police on Project Griffin (called Salvator today) and in-depth cooperation with preventative security for mass environments with UK's national programmes.

2016

The Morrone 9/11 Center for Counterterrorism and Security was established as a separate U.S. 501 (c) (3) to support port security education. In 2025, it was also established in the United Kingdom.

2024

The Buckingham Palace Declaration was signed by Secretary General Grant on behalf of INTERPORTPOLICE. The Declaration is a landmark agreement that commits signatories to take real steps to shut down routes exploited by wildlife traffickers.

2026

Cybersecurity becomes a high priority for the INTERPORTPOLICE and launches an extensive port security cybersecurity training program to coincide with the U.S. Coast Guard's cybersecurity requirements for ports regulated under the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA). The cybersecurity program will be made available worldwide.

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