maritime transportation security (1)

12931370277?profile=RESIZE_400xThe US Department of Homeland Security has outlined plans to enhance cyber security through the Maritime Transport System (MTS).  The department’s aim is to protect the system and infrastructure used to ensure safe and free navigation of US waterways.  Ports are a vital part of the US economy, contributing $649 to GDP and generating 13 million jobs.  The request for information will be used to help develop research to test the vulnerabilities of the port infrastructure.  The study will help to d