Halo attends Boats International Superyacht Design Festival in Cortina-Feb 2020.

Alan McCormick from Halo Group Security, attended the Boats International Design Festival in Italy, to discuss the new legislation affecting the Maritime Industry from the 1st April 2020.

The panel spoke as new IMO security regulations are set to come into force on January 1, 2021. These regulations will state that owners must provision for cyber security on board. It was also agreed that the industry needs to do more and called on designers and builders to implement cyber security into yachts right from the concept stage.

We work on all aspects of Security under our 360 Alliance and events like this are important in our core function to make it Maritime travel safer.

This even was well attended and looked at the imminent changes and challenges we face. We were able to work as a group of people from all walks of life that support and invest in the future of Maritime activities. Especially in the current climate, we look to support our families wherever you are in the World amidst the ‘lockdown’ we are all experiencing.

 

Halo Group Security Demo week-Feb 2020

Thank you to all our Partners and Clients that attended the Demo week, where we demonstrated our Land and Marine based products that we are currently installing around the World.

The weather held out and we were able to show our Long range HD 360 Thermal camera and our Multi Drone Detection System, along with other gadgets that all operate by HALO’s new automatic integrated platform, enabling 24/7 coverage and access to the systems anywhere in the World.

If you would like more information, then please contact us at : info@halogroupsecurity.com , where we can provide you with our Demo video and product specifications.

Please be safe during these difficult times.

 

MYS2019 – CYBER WIFI ASSESSMENT

During the Monaco Yacht Show 2019, Halo’s Cyber partner conducted basic passive tests to gain a high-level view of the quality of WI-FI security controls implemented on the various yachts and security posture of the show itself.

Whilst wireless is only a small component of a yacht security, it is an area visible to people nearby and any potential attacker may be drawn to a vessel that appears to be less secured than others.

The team did not carry out any intrusive or in-depth testing as they would do under a formal penetration testing engagement, however they were able to glean interesting information about the security controls onboard by passively monitoring the airwaves.

Clients, owners, captains, crew and management companies were invited to attend a live hacking demonstration and presentation of the findings on the final day of the show. The team demonstrated how quickly they could gain complete uncontrolled access to multiple types of wireless, control and CCTV networks.

The Cyber consultants also explained (with practical examples) the best methods for reviewing and securing existing networks onboard, demonstrating the ease of use and immediate benefit of a decoy and deception system.

The tests were split into 2 sections:

  1. Review of the WI-FI and visible security systems protecting owners, crew, guest and automation, designed to highlight whether there are any obvious flaws that would allow unauthorised access.
  2. A fake deception system was deployed on the show WI-FI with enhanced monitoring of security activity. This was designed to highlight if anyone else is running any security reconnaissance and attempting to hack systems at the show.

 

NB: Privacy note – The test team did not specifically target any one vessel or include any data/screenshots highlighting the identification of vessels, onboard systems, crew or owners.

For further information and for a confidential chat,  please call one of the team: +44 (0) 1252 915 315 or email: info@halogroupsecurity.com

BLENDED THREATS REQUIRE MULTI VECTOR SOLUTIONS – 360 MARITIME SECURITY TO ATTEND MYS2019

An amalgamation of three industry leaders, each with a wealth of knowledge in their respective fields for over 30 years, to present a multi-level integrated security platform to their maritime clientele at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show.

The three companies work together seamlessly, each covering one of the three key areas in maritime security – PHYSICAL, ELECTRONIC and CYBER. Branded 360 Maritime Security, the initiative is driven by Priavo Security, Halo Group Security and Infosec Partners, who will be holding confidential sessions for industry leaders, captains & manufacturers at this year’s show – bookings in advance.

Superyacht owners, guests and crew are increasingly subject to International terrorism, cyber-attack and piracy. Opportunistic attacks from organised gangs are a constant global threat in port and at sea, using a combination of threat vectors to confuse and disrupt the vessel. This requires protection services from physical, electronic and cyber disciplines which have historically been managed by different teams. For full risk mitigation, we provide a variety of security services for full physical and electronic deterrence whilst on board. These include armed maritime transits through High Risk Areas, executive protection, crew training, counter surveillance, TSCM and K9 units for detection of narcotics and explosives. All services and controls have a cyber element and 360 maritime security was designed to efficiently integrate services to ensure our clients are protected across all disciplines with a cost-effective solution.

PHYSICAL

Priavo is a leading Security and Risk Management company, providing realistic end to end risk mitigation strategies for a variety of clientele including governments, international agencies, corporates, UHNW and High- profile individuals. We specialise in Executive Protection, Intelligence Reporting, Maritime Operations and Journey Management. We have extensive maritime experience from time served within UK Special Forces Boat Service, Maritime Anti-Terrorist Units, Intelligence Services and the Royal Marine Commandos. All operations are intelligence led: thorough risk analysis and planning ensures a robust and innovative security solutions with comprehensive advice on every aspect of security. Our team has successfully delivered over 4,500 intelligence led armed transits to date, with extensive experience across anti-piracy operations and the protection of Superyachts and commercial vessels.

ELECTRONIC

The creative mind behind security architecture at Halo Group Security has helped to evaluate and advise clients for many years on some of the most advanced electronic systems not visible to the open world. Providing greater precision in identifying and assessing potential threats at a much earlier stage, protecting clients and their assets both above and below sea-level. Assisting with both navigation and security, tools include CCTV, access control, military spec 360 Thermal imaging radar and long-range cameras. Whilst UAV surveillance can establish hazards and safe routes above the surface, sonar tracks below. Each electronic system is carefully integrated into current on-board systems and managed from the bridge or central control room.

CYBER

Infosec Partners cybersecurity focuses on the protection, detection and response to all cybersecurity threats. Providing expert security incident response and cyber threat intelligence through 247 managed security services. Incorporating security threat assessment and the design of an integrated security fabric of controls for all onboard IT & OT systems along with breach simulation testing and formal certification of the vessel, crew and electronic systems, all delivered as an on demand service, including breach remediation and emergency response in the event of a serious incident.

360 Maritime Security offers advice on every aspect of Physical, Electronic and Cyber maritime security, carefully considering the unique safety and privacy requirements of each individual client.

For further information, to register your interest in a seminar or to speak to a member of the team, please call: +44 (0) 1252 915 315 or email: info@halogroupsecurity.com

AN EXCITING YEAR AHEAD FOR HALO GROUP SECURITY

Having re-structured during 2018 to form Halo Group Security, the team continue to deliver dynamic tailor-made security systems for their maritime and land-based clientele.

The new initiative is headed by Halo company Director Ian Hollingsworth. With over 20 years’ experience in the police force and more recently security liaison between the vessels and support teams, Ian has a solid grounding of real-time security issues faced within the industry and is a key addition to the Halo Group.

‘The opportunity to expand at Halo with new products and clients is a real achievement for the team and I am so proud of them and their continued hard work,’ explains Ian. ‘We are looking forward to introducing our new Partners to clients at the Monaco Boat Show in September later this year.’

For further information, to register your interest in a seminar or to speak to a member of the team, please call: +44 (0) 1252 915 315 or email: info@halogroupsecurity.com

 

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