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  • 0201 342 9047
  • info@southgatemaritime.com
  • 15 B, Road 2, Ikota Villa Estate - Ikota, Lagos

Risk Management and Consulting

Southgate Maritime delivers strategic risk advisory, compliance consulting, and operational support designed to strengthen resilience and reduce exposure in high-risk and regulated environments. Our team draws from years of expertise in security planning, maritime regulation, crisis response, and operational governance — enabling us to deliver trusted guidance across sectors.

We help clients identify vulnerabilities, improve response frameworks, align with international and local regulatory standards, and make informed, risk-conscious decisions that protect people, assets, and operations.

ISPS Code Compliance

We are a certified Recognised Security Organisation (RSO) authorized by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to carry out security assessments under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.

Our compliance services include:

  • Security assessments for port facilities and vessels
  • Development and review of Port Facility Security Plans (PFSP)
  • ISPS gap analysis and corrective action planning
  • Compliance training and awareness for port and facility staff
  • Audit support and pre-inspection readiness

By ensuring ISPS compliance, we help clients meet international standards while improving threat preparedness and regulatory standing.

Security Control Room Operations & Management

We provide comprehensive support for the setup, staffing, and management of Security Control Rooms — ensuring 24/7 situational awareness, rapid incident response, and integrated communication.

Our offerings include:

  • Control room design and operational planning
  • Recruitment and training of dedicated security personnel
  • Real-time monitoring, dispatch coordination, and incident tracking
  • Policy and procedure development for control room operations
  • Integration of security technologies (CCTV, access control, communication systems)

Our “plug-and-play” capability allows organizations to quickly deploy functional, professional control environments without compromising performance.

Strategic Asset Consultancy

Our consultancy services are focused on protecting high-value and critical infrastructure through a holistic, intelligence-led approach.

Key offerings include:

  • Security Vulnerability Assessments (SVAs) and gap analysis
  • Risk mitigation strategy development tailored to operational realities
  • Technical advisory for the design of security infrastructure and system upgrades
  • Development of security frameworks: SOPs, policies, response protocols, and security plans
  • Business case development for investment in security infrastructure and personnel
  • Development of security frameworks: SOPs, policies, response protocols, and security plans
  • Organizational security transformation — aligning teams, leadership, and systems with risk-informed best practices

Security Personnel Services

We deploy highly trained maritime security professionals to support short-term missions and long-term operations — whether embedded within client teams or deployed independently under Southgate’s command structure.

Our personnel include:

  • Maritime Security Liaison Officers (MSLOs) – serving as the critical interface between onshore operations, vessel masters, and offshore assets
  • Maritime Security Operatives (MSOs) – trained professionals who provide onboard and asset protection across a range of environments.
  • Maritime Security Professionals (MSPs) – experienced specialists offering end-to-end operational security and strategic support.