LSS-SAPU

Security Services/SAPU

LSS has formed a Special Anti Piracy Unit (SAPU), specialized in maritime security services.

SAPU is fully aware of the piracy problem shipping companies face and therefore is continuously training to deal with it as quickly and effectively as possible according to the field experience gained.

SAPU can operate always according to International Law and properly licensed from all sates involved in the Indian Ocean Region and West Africa.

Also, LSS - SAPU holds an ISO 28007, ISO 9001/2008 certification, is a certified member of SAMI and a signatory company of the International Code of Conduct ICoC,

In brief, SAPU will secure your vessel by fortifying it, training your crew, staying on guard 24/7 and deterring pirates when needed.
Mission:

Is with its discreet and strong presence to ensure the safe transit of the Secured vessel (crew, cargo, ship) through the pirate-infested waters.

Knowhow:

Has extended experience in the IOR through hundreds of transits undertaken, acts on a Standard Operating Procedure SOP and approved Rules for the Use of Force.

Availability:

Can immediattely deploy and operate from 15 ports/points globally.

Training:

Takes place on board each Vessel prior to its transit from the High Risk Area and involves all crew personnel, analyzing the threat, assigning roles, conducting drills, leaving nothing to chance and therefore boosting Seafarers morale.

24/7:

Provides security services on a 24 hour basis for the Vessel and Crew during the vessel's transit in the HRA.

Intelligence:

Provides Intelligence Reports on a shift/day/mission or on an incident basis to the LSS HQ. LSS informs the ship-owner whenever needed. LSS works closely with expert consultants on the field, filters and provides all the much pondered intelligence required for a Ship owner to have a clear decision, before, during and after the vessels transit. SAPU Intelligence Reports are on time, clear and accurate.

Insurance:

Has a total insurance cover of USD 21million according to latest IMO/BIMCO instructions.

With a 7 year experience of securing Ports, Marinas' and Mega yachts globally for numerous contractors LSS can provide its security services whether off board or on board with just a few days notice.