ISO Focus July/August 2006

Maritime security

ISO Focus, July/August 2006

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Much of the world is linked by large numbers of international supply chains transporting goods among nations and economies. International trade security is a complex issue that requires the coordinated actions of governments, intergovernmental organizations and industry. The July 2006 issue of ISO Focus looks at what ISO is doing towards improving the efficient and safe transportation of goods from their point of origin to their destination, including the movement of goods, shipping data and associated processes.

Additionally, in an interview, Admiral Thad W. Allen, Commandant of the US Coast Guard standards talks about the work of his agency, and highlights its commitment to and the benefits of developing and implementing national and international recognized standards, to improve maritime safety, security and marine environmental protection, at the most economical cost to the public.

Comment

Captain Charles Piersall, Chair of ISO/TC 8, Ships and marine technology
On course and speed

Guest View

Admiral Thad W. Allen
Commandant of the US Coast Guard

“The development of many standards has prevented the need for additional regulations.”
Read the full interview (PDF, 296 KB)

Main Focus  

Maritime security

• Best practices in custody for security of the supply chain
• ISO/PAS 28001 enables Starbucks Coffee Company’s supply chain strategy
• US ports set sail for ISO/PAS 28000
• ISO/PAS 28000 : A security oddity ?
• Containerized cargo security – A case for international standards
• Approaching security cohesion
• Regulating towards more secure supply chains
• How biometrics helps the seafarer and world trade
• Electronic port clearance : Extensive ship reporting for port calls
• Cargo handling in the global marketplace

Developments and initiatives

• Ensuring quality in welding
• Adopting International Standards as regional or national
• ISO considers development of standards for improving crisis management
• ISO welcomes new member Georgia
• Consumers call for greater awareness of ISO environmental labelling standards

New on the shelf

• ISO Annual Report 2005
• Help for service organizations implementing ISO 9001:2000

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