Reverting of Maritime Security Level at ports, facilities & ships

16 May 2025 / India

In continuation of the Advisory issued by the Directorate General of Shipping dated 8 May 2025, which directed all ports, terminals and Indian-flagged vessels to elevate their security to MARSEC Level 2 in light of perceived threats. Following the review and assessment by the competent authorities, it has been decided that all port facilities may revert back to Maritime Security Level.

All ports, terminals, shipyards and Indian-flagged vessels operating in or near the Indian subcontinent and neighbouring regions are hereby instructed to revert back to security levels maintained prior to the DGS advisory dated 6 May and 8 May 2025.

It is also advised that any ports or terminals may maintain MARSEC Level 2 due to threat perception and advice of Port Facility Security Advisory Committee (PFSAC). However, if required, they may revery back to MARSEC Level 1 at any time, depending on their threat perception.

All Port Facility Officers (PFSOs) and Ship Security Officers (SSOs) are to ensure that normal security protocols as outlines in their respective Port Facility Security Plans (PFSPs) and Ship Security Plans (SSPs) are reinstated.

While reverting to normal security protocols, continued monitoring, situational awareness, and coordination with local law enforcement is advised.

(For information about operations in India, contact GAC India at [email protected])

Source: Directorate General of Shipping Advisory dated 15 May 2025

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