Business Details
21 Years
experience
Maritime Security Training & Consultancy in Glasgow & Nottingham
SecureScot has been a leader in maritime security training and consultancy since 2005. Our expertise in the International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) Code ensures clients receive the most up-to-date and comprehensive guidance available. With a team of former police and military professionals, we deliver training and security solutions that exceed industry standards. Our services include ship and port security assessments, bespoke security detachments, and accredited courses for maritime personnel. We hold ISO 9001-2015 certification, reflecting our commitment to quality and compliance.Headquartered in Inverclyde, Scotland, we operate across the UK, EU, and Dependent Territories. Our Managing Director brings decades of counter-terrorism experience, ensuring our clients benefit from unparalleled operational insight. We pride ourselves on flexibility, rapid response times, and tailored solutions for blue-chip clients. Our online and in-person training programmes have educated over 3,500 professionals globally. With satellite offices in Nottingham, we combine Scottish tradition with modern security practices to serve the maritime industry effectively.
Services
ISPS Training
Ship Security Assessments
Port Facility Security Plans
Maritime Security Consultancy
Online Training
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of specialist maritime security experience since 2005
- Our team includes former police counter-terrorism and military personnel
- We hold ISO 9001-2015 certification for quality management systems
- Our training exceeds minimum ISPS Code requirements with practical scenarios
- We provide rapid response security assessments across global shipping nodes
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001-2015
- UK Department for Transport
- Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Liberian International Shipping & Corporate Register
What people say
Knowledgeable instructor
Effective online method
World class course
Passionate about subject
Realistic security assessments
Services
ISPS Training
SecureScot delivers MCA-accredited ISPS training programmes for Ship Security Officers, Company Security Officers, and Port Facility Security Officers. Our courses incorporate practical scenario-based learning developed through police counter-terrorism experience. Training formats include classroom sessions in Inverclyde, on-site delivery, and approved online platforms meeting UK Department for Transport requirements.
Ship Security Assessments
We conduct comprehensive Ship Security Assessments (SSAs) and develop Ship Security Plans (SSPs) accepted by all Flag States. Our services cover container ships, tankers, passenger vessels, and yachts, with documentation meeting Recognised Security Organisation standards since 2005.
Port Facility Security Plans
SecureScot creates Port Facility Security Plans (PFSPs) following ISPS Code requirements. We assist with self-assessments, vulnerability analysis, and Statement of Compliance applications for UK, EU, and Dependent Territory ports using our 15+ years of operational expertise.
Security Consultancy
Our consultancy includes ISPS compliance audits, security system evaluations, and exercise development. Former police and military specialists provide independent reviews and scenario-based testing using trained personnel to validate security measures since 2006.
Online Training
Approved online ISPS training options available for qualifying participants. Courses maintain MCA accreditation standards with interactive elements including video demonstrations, live Q&A sessions, and scenario-based assessments meeting UK Government requirements.
People
Managing Director
Director
A maritime security expert with a police counter-terrorism background, he leads SecureScot's operations. His career spans global security planning and ISPS Code implementation since 2005, combining naval tradition with modern security practices.
Questions
What maritime security services do you offer?
We provide ISPS-compliant training, ship/port security assessments, bespoke security detachments, and consultancy services tailored to maritime clients.
Are your courses officially accredited?
Yes, our courses are approved by the UK Department for Transport, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, and Liberian Register.
How long do your training courses last?
Course durations range from 3.5-hour conflict management sessions to 4-day Company Security Officer programmes.
Do you offer online training options?
We provide online courses subject to UK Government approval, with flexible delivery meeting international accreditation standards.
Which regions do you operate in?
We operate across the UK, EU, and Dependent Territories with satellite offices in Scotland and Nottingham.
