International Maritime Security Firm Opens UK Offices and Installs Local Management Team

Maritime Protective Services, Inc. (MPS), a leading international maritime security firms headquartered in the United States, is proud to announce the opening of their new offices in the Port of Poole. Accompanying this operational and facilities expansion to the UK, is the appointment of Messrs. James J. Murray as Managing Director -- UK Operations and William D.P. Lewis as Admistrative Director/Operations Chief.

FT. LAUDERDALE, Florida, U.S.A. (PRWEB) January 20, 2004 -- Maritime Protective Services, Inc. (MPS), a leading international maritime security firms headquartered in the United States, is proud to announce the opening of their new offices in the Port of Poole. Accompanying this operational and facilities expansion to the UK, is the appointment of Messrs. James J. Murray as Managing Director -- UK Operations and William D.P. Lewis as Admistrative Director/Operations Chief.

We are especially excited about this unique convergence of these opportunities. First, having the opportunity to bring on-board two extremely well qualified individuals, the likes of Jim and Wally -- with their extensive backgrounds and years of experience in the military, government and the private sector, in and with all facets of security -- shows that we here at MPS are committed, to serving the interests of the maritime industry, around the world... and, well take all the steps necessary to do it ", said Glenn Jackson, President of MPS.

... Next, by operating out of newly renovated offices; in the two-story building that had previously housed the Immigration Department, right at the Port of Poole, the location not only augments our connection to the industry... it amplifies our pledge to address the acknowledged threat of terrorism, to the maritime industry, around the world".

MPS has led the way for the industry, on several fronts, in matters of compliance with the new International Ship and Port Security Code (ISPS). It is the only firm to have a definitive training and accreditation program with a maritime educational institution, the Maine Maritime Academy. Additionally, along with the offices here in Poole, MPS has opened offices in Athens, Greece and secured strategic alliances in: Venezuela, Columbia, Egypt, Algeria and Spain.

To learn more about MPS and its programs and offerings, visit our website at: www.mpsint.com or contact us directly by calling; UK 44-12-0268-4686 or US 1-954-522-4441
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