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.
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).

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.
Executive Staff


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.

The Board is in the process of appointing Regional Commissioners across the eight United Nations geographical regions.
A Legacy of Collaboration
INTERPORTPOLICE founded by police authorities from Canada, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States.
First global meeting at Massport's Boston USA and increased international aviation tactics.
Multiple global nation and authority cooperation continues.
Post-Cold War globalization drives supply chain and transnational crime priorities.
We lost a senior leader in the World Trade Towers. Post 9/11 security landscape transforms the collaboration agenda.
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.
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.
Global Police Cooperative Forums were held in Washington, D.C.
INTERPORTPOLICE is appointed to Consultative Status to the United Nations' International Maritime Organization (IMO).
INTERPORTPOLICE begins new World Port Security forum at the Port of Los Angeles, Secretary Grant is installed as the Director General.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Become Part of the Network
Join law enforcement agencies from across the globe in securing the international supply chain.
