Securing Modern Shipping Investments

Securing Modern Shipping Investments

Introduction

Performance Shipping's move into the Suezmax segment reflects a growing trend among operators investing in larger, more advanced vessels. While such growth brings operational and commercial benefits, it also demands a renewed focus on maritime security across all stages of fleet operations.

Industry context

Expanding into high-capacity tanker segments like Suezmax increases vulnerability to maritime threats, especially in volatile routes through the Gulf of Aden, Strait of Hormuz, and Southeast Asia. These routes are prone to piracy, smuggling, and geopolitical instability. Additionally, the regulatory environment continues to evolve, with heightened scrutiny around compliance under the ISPS Code and IMO regulations. Operational risk exposure shifts with new ship classes, necessitating robust security planning supported by trained crews and updated security infrastructure.

Practical measures

• Deploy experienced maritime security officers on high-threat voyages.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for new trade lanes and crew operations.
• Establish proactive watchkeeping routines and escalation protocols during transits.
• Adopt intelligence-led routing to avoid high-risk areas with active threat intelligence.
• Integrate tested SOPs and onboard security drills tailored for larger vessel classes.

Further resources

Learn more about how we safeguard growing fleets by visiting our maritime security services or explore our capabilities page to understand our global operational support.

Source

Original article: Splash247

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