INTERPORTPOLICE Highlights the Role of P²SeMS in Strengthening Maritime Security Cooperation

INTERPORTPOLICE participated in Defence iQ’s Maritime Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Conference, held in Troia, Portugal, on 13–14 October 2026, highlighting the importance of international cooperation, intelligence sharing and coordinated policing in protecting critical maritime and transport infrastructure.

Representing INTERPORTPOLICE, Deputy Secretary General Chris Trelawny presented the Port Protective Security Management System (P²SeMS), demonstrating how a structured, intelligence-led approach can strengthen cooperation between port authorities, police, coast guards, defence organisations and other security partners.

The conference brought together international defence, government and industry representatives to examine emerging maritime threats, advances in surveillance technology, multi-domain situational awareness and the challenge of turning intelligence into timely operational decisions.

INTERPORTPOLICE's contribution emphasised that effective maritime security requires more than advanced detection and surveillance capabilities. It also depends on clearly defined responsibilities, lawful policing powers, trusted information-sharing arrangements, operational readiness and continuous evaluation.

P²SeMS provides a comprehensive framework for bringing these elements together, integrating physical, personnel, information and cyber security through a continuous cycle of planning, execution, verification and improvement.

A central message of the presentation was that maritime ISR enables authorities to identify and understand threats, while P²SeMS helps ensure that intelligence is translated into coordinated, accountable and effective protective action.

INTERPORTPOLICE's participation reinforced the importance of connecting maritime surveillance and intelligence capabilities with the police and security organisations responsible for protecting ports, critical infrastructure and the wider transport community.

Through P²SeMS and its international network, INTERPORTPOLICE continues to promote practical cooperation, shared standards and evidence-based security improvements across the global airport and seaport security community.