About Me
- Dr. Kenneth Christopher, D.P,A.
- Kansas City, MO, United States
- Author of the book, Port Security Management (2009, CRC Press), which reflects the altered landscape of the post-9/11 era, providing real-world guidelines for port security management, planning, and implementation processes. Assistant Professor and Chair of Criminal Justice at Park University in Parkville, MO. and Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Contact Information: Park University, 8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO, 64152. www.park.edu/cj
Friday, January 20, 2012
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Friday, January 6, 2012
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Maersk To Pay US $31.9 Million To Settle Suit Related to Overcharging the Military
So. . . one of the world's largest global seaborne carriers overcharged the US government for the transportation of containers for the military. This case demonstrates the importance of comprehenisve contractual oversight, and given the $3.1 million paid to an insider whistleblower, once again illustrates how whistleblower protection SAVES all of us money. (Oh. . . is that a governmental regulation that is actually a good thing?)
http://www.jocsailings.com/MaritimeNews/NewsArticleDetail/tabid/74/ArticleId/11606/Maersk-To-Pay-US-31-9-Million-To-Settle-Suit.aspx
SEE:
Maersk To Pay US $31.9 Million To Settle Suit
Author: H. Butler
JOC Sailings
http://www.jocsailings.com/MaritimeNews/NewsArticleDetail/tabid/74/ArticleId/11606/Maersk-To-Pay-US-31-9-Million-To-Settle-Suit.aspx (accessed 01-04-12)
http://www.jocsailings.com/MaritimeNews/NewsArticleDetail/tabid/74/ArticleId/11606/Maersk-To-Pay-US-31-9-Million-To-Settle-Suit.aspx
SEE:
Maersk To Pay US $31.9 Million To Settle Suit
Author: H. Butler
JOC Sailings
http://www.jocsailings.com/MaritimeNews/NewsArticleDetail/tabid/74/ArticleId/11606/Maersk-To-Pay-US-31-9-Million-To-Settle-Suit.aspx (accessed 01-04-12)
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Law Enforcement and Private Security: NOT the Same Thing
This is not specifically related to port security --- but I can relate personally to the conflict about transitioning from a law enforcement, public safety mindset to a private sector, business security mindset ---- A cautionary report for those in policing who look to a second career in private security:
SEE:
Exit of Apple's security chief offers lessons for security professionals
by Whit Richardson - 11/08/2011http://www.securitydirectornews.com/?p=article&id=sd201111hVC7Lw
Security Director News
http://www.securitydirectornews.com/?p=article&id=sd201111hVC7Lw
SEE:
Exit of Apple's security chief offers lessons for security professionals
by Whit Richardson - 11/08/2011http://www.securitydirectornews.com/?p=article&id=sd201111hVC7Lw
Security Director News
http://www.securitydirectornews.com/?p=article&id=sd201111hVC7Lw
Monday, January 2, 2012
India and Japan Working Bilaterally on Maritime Security
As I have reported, the emergence of India as an economic force in Asia increases the value of ensuring security of its maritime domain. We see now this new initiative with Japan which makes sense given Japan's reliance on external sources of energy.
http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/national/T111229005248.htm
http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/national/T111229005248.htm
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Oakland Rejects Crackdown on Occupy Port Protests
The right to assemble must be guaranteed; however port and city officials in Oakland need to figure out a cost-effective way of securing port commerce AND protecting rights of protestors. This requires collaboration and engagement among all parties having port-security interests.
SEE: http://www.jocsailings.com/MaritimeNews/NewsArticleDetail/tabid/74/ArticleId/11581/Oakland-Rejects-Crackdown-on-Occupy-Port-Protests.aspx
SEE: http://www.jocsailings.com/MaritimeNews/NewsArticleDetail/tabid/74/ArticleId/11581/Oakland-Rejects-Crackdown-on-Occupy-Port-Protests.aspx
Federal Roundup Nabs $76M in Counterfeit Goods
"Authorities in three countries seized 327,000 fake items that if legitimate would carry a suggest retail price of more than $76 million, in a six-week anti-counterfeiting operation. The sweep, which is known as "Operation Holiday Hoax II," brought out U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other agencies, as well as the Mexican and South Korean governments. The investigators targeted flea markets, seaports, land ports of entry, swap meets and retail stores between Nov. 1 and Dec. 9 in 66 U.S. cities, 55 Mexican cities and in Seoul, South Korea. The investigators seized fake handbags, cell phones, toys, computer software, DVDs and sports jerseys. Additionally, they arrested 33 people on charges of trafficking counterfeit goods. Officials in Mexico said 845 inspectors at ports of entry seized nearly 24 million counterfeit products with a U.S. dollar value of $7.1 million."
SEE:http://www.chron.com/news/article/Federal-roundup-nabs-76M-in-counterfeit-goods-2419882.php
SEE:http://www.chron.com/news/article/Federal-roundup-nabs-76M-in-counterfeit-goods-2419882.php
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Finnish Authorities Release Thor Liberty…Without Missiles | Maritime News | Maritime Executive Magazine
How many governments are willing to take this sort of official action for dealing with dangerous cargo?
Finnish Authorities Release Thor Liberty…Without Missiles | Maritime News | Maritime Executive Magazine
Finnish Authorities Release Thor Liberty…Without Missiles | Maritime News | Maritime Executive Magazine
Friday, December 23, 2011
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
Thursday, May 19, 2011
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