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Port and Cargo Security

It is the mission and responsibility of this Office to develop, coordinate and oversee Agency matters related to security of the Marine Transportation System (MTS). This incorporates all issues relating to security policy, plans, operations, compliance, research, development, and exercises.

  • Global Maritime Situational Awareness
    • Cargoes
    • Vessels
    • Infrastructure
    • People
  • Data Support to analyze the Marine Transportation System...

Ports

The Gateway to American Waters.

Ports are a vital part of a nation's maritime transportation system. The United States has more than 300 -- operated by states, counties, municipalities, and private corporations. Many of our ports, including the waterways and facilities connecting them, are complicated elements that integrate water, rail, road, and even airborne transportation modes. MARAD is committed to efficiently managing each and every piece of this intermodal transportation...