Exclusive Economic Zone Vessel Market Continues Growth - Potential terrorist threats and need for rapid response capability to environmental issues drive market segment

摘要

The increased global terrorism threat, pollution control requirements and general anti-piracy and smuggling duties have focused attention on the demand for evermore sophisticated and dedicated offshore patrol vessels, For suppliers of equipment destined for such vessels, business is growing as governments worldwide refocus their attention on the so-called "threat from the sea." Naturally, the events of September 11, 2001, in New York City heightened tensions not just in the United States, but worldwide, Coupled with this is a greater emphasis by authorities to ensure that they pay more attention to environmental issues within the seas around their coastline, as well as the scourge of piracy and smuggling. According to Ultra Dynamics, a UK-based supplier of waterjets for use on patrol boats and exclusion zone vessels, the trend for growth in this marine sector is likely to be upward. Mike Lane, managing director of Ultra Dynamics, said demand for small, fast vessels operating in coastal waters is on the increase with United States customers heading the waiting list for equipment. He added, "September 11 prompted a review of security requirements with an adoption of more military patrols of the coast."