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Shoreside security
Costa’s port calls are managed by
means of security processes designed
to minimize security-related risk while
allowing the smooth flow of guests,
crew and supplies.
Security personnel (comprising third
party suppliers and local authorities)
maintain strict access control to the
ships, with screening checkpoints
similar to those found at airports. Costa
employs a variety of technologies to
assist security personnel, including
systems for recognition of passengers
on the ship’s official manifest.
The choice of itineraries and
destinations takes into account the risk
factors associated with each country.
Ongoing monitoring of the risks is
conducted by Costa Cruises, which
In 2015 the Company continued to
work to create a culture where safety is
always front of mind; initiatives in this
direction included a shipboard program
of sensitization and proficiency drills
for crew members (with a total of
241,328 training hours) and shoreside
operatives (with a total of 2,265 hours).
analyzes the intelligence gathered and
liaises directly with the port authorities
as well as the relevant Embassies
and Consulates and, if necessary, the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Possible changes of cruise route due
to an emergency affecting a specific
destination are assessed by the
Carnival Maritime body in charge and
by the
Company Security Officer
,
who provides information required by
Costa’s internal organizations for the
purpose of authorizing port calls and
planning security measures.
This type of activity is carried out
in real time in the event of security-
related risks arising from a crisis
involving any country on Costa
Cruises’ itinerary plan.
The process of sensitization also sees
the direct involvement of guests, who
take part in the regularly scheduled boat
drills held in embarkation ports before
departure. A safety video covering
lifeboat, fire and general safety is also
aired on the in-cabin television system
for guest viewing.
241,328
HOURS
FOR CREW
MEMBERS’
SAFETY TRAINING