The article presents the results of survey work conducted in a port area. The purpose of the tests was to verify the operation of a newly constructed mast for mounting a side-scan sonar and to evaluate the detection capabilities of the measurement system.1. INTRODUCTION
Piracy, armed robbery, and terrorism have become a scourge of modern maritime shipping.
They threaten the lives of crews and passengers, the safety of ships, and lead to the loss of property and cargo, while the use of cruelty and violence spreads widespread fear and terror. The threat posed by terrorists to disrupt the transport chain at any point has enormous economic significance. The importance of the issue raised stems from the significance of maritime transport, which is estimated to account for approximately 75% of global freight transport [1].
Port areas, along with their associated technical infrastructure, constitute an important link in integrated maritime-land transport chains, and thus in international logistics centers [2]. The multiple economic, spatial, and functional connections between a port and its national, regional, and urban surroundings mean that port waters and areas are particularly vulnerable to security-breaching incidents. (…)
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Source: Logistyka Magazine