DEFENDORY CYPRUS LTD REG# HE317122 16 SOUFOULI STREET 1096 NICOSIA CYPRUS T: +357 22256712 F: 357 22256713 CONFIDENTIAL Office Address: 67 Daskaroly , 16674 Glyfada, GREECE tel. fax:: +30 211 1830670 * E: operations@defendory.com www.defendory.com Ref# D-0159-15 Dear Sirs, DEFENDORY is an experienced Maritime Security Company, incorporated in Cyprus with representative office in Greece, managed by a dedicated team with over 20 years of experience in defense, security and maritime warfare including anti piracy, interdiction operations and maritime counter terrorism (GoA, Indian Ocean and West Africa), working and complying with the highest market standards, since 2012. We are not just another Maritime Security Company. We are deeply involved, to Safety sectors and we are registered security/safety supplier to many Shipping and Maritime Security Companies in worldwide basis. Piracy is a global problem that threatens not only international trade but the well being of sea farers and the delivery of humanitarian aid. With and through our registered teams, certified business and strategic partners in maritime security community, DEFENDORY offers a comprehensive range of services for all types of vessel in commercial industry and/or private enterprise. CERTIFICATIONS • Private Ship Security Company Certificate Nr: PSSC 79/4 ” of Republic of Cyprus. • International Code of Conduct (ICoC) signatory for Private Security Service Providers • Security Association for the Maritime Industry (SAMI) Certification Standard Stage 1 - Number SSP0113DE652 DEFENDORY is licensed to operate with all major Registries, such as: Greek, Cypriot, Panama, Bahamas, Marshal Islands, Liberia, Malta , and many more. MISSION - SERVICES Our services include but are not limited to: - Armed vessel protection (in some cases also we undertake unarmed services) - Vessel security assessment & consulting - Risk Assessment - Incident & emergency management with 24hr global vessel tracking service - Security guards training - Security Services to all type of ships, including Yachts, Mega Yachts and Super Yachts In addition we provide: - Well trained and experienced high profile security teams (ex-Army/Navy/Special Forces personnel) - A comprehensive security assessment of the vessel and a vessel-hardening plan - Crew training & mentoring - Vessel tracking with 24hr support through our in house Operations Room - Real-time intelligence updates - A graduated response to any impending security situation which may involve the use of lethal force NOTICE: The information in this message intended only for the confidential use of the recipient or person responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient. You hereby notified that if you received this communication in error, that any review, distribution or copying of the communication is prohibited and Page 1 / 7 the sender should notify.
Over the last few years there has been a significant rise in the number of ships being assaulted and hijacked in various locations around the world. While pirate attacks grow increasingly common, international transport and shipping companies lack the ability to adequately protect entire fleets. It is estimated that damages tied with the consequences of piracy and Terrorism may cost shipping companies millions of dollars each year, while causing critical harm to the company's image and inflicting physical and psychological damage to the employees and their families. As a member SAMI and ICoC we are committed to act ethically and we comply with all legal, regulatory and industry standards while we are fulfilling all recent IMO Guidelines for the use of Armed Security Guards on vessels. All our maritime security teams have the right and correct certificates and are full acting and complying with the Maritime Rules, Laws, Regulations and Certifications. - IMO Best Management Practice (BMP 4) - IMO PIRACY GUIDANCE MSC 1 - The International Code of Conduct for Private Security Service Providers (ICoC) - International Maritime Organization (IMO) for CSOs - International Flag and Port state regulations - License to carry and serve with armed personnel - STCW95 qualification - SAMI registration - GUARDCON (BIMCO) contract - ISO 9001:2008 - ISO PAS 28007 (in process) “We always ensure that we are not only compliant with the latest IMO regulations and recommendations but that we supersede them” INSURANCE COVER We are in full compliance with BIMCO GUARDCON and according to all points in the contract we have the right documentation to back up each and every item. - Public and Employers’ Liability cover: 100% Liberty International Underwriters (Up to US$5 Mil) - Personal Accident cover 100% Lloyds SYNDICATE CVS 1919 (Up to 250.000 USD per person) - K&R cover 100% Lloyds SYNDICATE NVA 2007 (Up to US$ 1.0 Mil per event) “We always make sure that our insurance coverage is in compliance with any changes or updates that arise from legislation or recommendations from industry bodies or authorities” Complete transparency is the way we work and we do not take short cuts. Our management team always keeps track of current developments to make sure that we will always be considered not only a fully compliant partner, but one that is at the forefront in developing and implementing regulations to make transits more secure and smoother for our clients. NOTICE: The information in this message is intended only for the confidential use of the recipient or person responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient. You are hereby notified that if you received this communication in error, that any review, distribution or copying of the communication is prohibited Page 2 / 7 and the sender should be notified.
Our vast past performance in defense and safety sectors and intelligence security services background, enables our teams to understand the importance of ensuring embarkations and disembarkations happen on time and deploying the right men and equipment in the right place at the right time. As well as proper planning, we also have the flexibility that ship owners and charterers need to adapt to situations and tackle problems as they arise. We try and to offer fixed lump sum prices for all our routes and missions with no extra charges for ships unexpected late arriving. Using only Hellenic nationality guards and still manage to compete with other PMSC’s who use lower cost labor. This is achieved by effective use of our resources, computerized tracking and allocation of resources, low overheads and by negotiating good agreements with our agents and suppliers. Everyone working in our operational team has a military background and specialist training in the use of our systems. Whilst enhancing existing security measures we pride ourselves in delivering superior training and guidance to both Master and Crew. Our training includes a comprehensive crew briefing on security procedures and drills followed by anti-piracy exercises as confirmation. In addition we provide training on escalation of force, Rules for the Use of Force (RuF) and guidance on external and internal defense methods used in accordance with the Best Management Practices (BMP). As a minimum standard, our onboard security TL and operatives have: - Military experience as well as War Operations such as Afghanistan, Kosovo and Maritime Counter terrorism - Maritime Security experience. Team Leaders have more than 20 missions each. - Valid seaman’s book - STCW95 - Para medic certified experience - Clean criminal records bureau (CRB) check - Valid vaccinations - Medical Examinations Certificate for Blood Examinations (complete blood count, cholesterol, triglyceride, sugar percentage, SGOT, SgPT) and Urine-analysis Cardiology Certification Thorax X-Ray Certification Eye examination Psychological Status Drug Test We also have a chief Security Officer (CSO) and a legal advisor available around the clock all year to support the operational teams and maritime law matters. Through our OPS Center and from the very first moment that our team embarks ships, we are live monitoring, tracking and recording their position, we are all the time informed for all piracy alerts and weather conditions and we provide direct feedbacks to our operations staff (7d / 24h) according to our mission protocol. NOTICE: The information in this message is intended only for the confidential use of the recipient or person responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient. You are hereby notified that if you received this communication in error, that any review, distribution or copying of the communication is prohibited Page 3 / 7 and the sender should be notified.
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