Transportation Security (Butterworth-Heinemann Homeland Security)

About this book

Insecure transportation systems are costing our worldwide mobility-based economy as much as 6% of GDP annually. The effectiveness of security measures vary widely. In the United States depending on the mode of transportation it ranges from medium effectiveness for airports to low effectiveness for maritime rail transit and intermodal activities. Situational awareness and interoperability are lacking as we try to deal with both natural and man-made disasters. Regardless of the transport mode improvements are essential if governments and corporations are to address security planning response and national preparedness. Transportation Security examines this problem in a comprehensive manner and addresses security-based technologies and solutions to minimize risk. Covers air sea roadway rail and public transport modes Offers technological solutions for mobility based problems in planning logistics and policy to improve security combat terrorism and ensure national preparedness Includes work of international experts & global examples related to transportation security