Professor Burns has captured the essence of transportation security one of today's most pressing concerns. As the rate of globalization and world trade increases security and supply chain resilience are at the core of oneâs global transportation network. This is a timely and well written contribution to the industry. âJohn A. Moseley Senior Director of Trade Development Port of Houston Authority âa clear and concise book detailing the issues of security in todayâs post-9/11 era. An invaluable read for those working within the transport and security industries. âSteven Neuendorff Head of Americas HANSA HEAVY LIFT Americas Inc. Examining sea land and air transportation systems and linkages Logistics and Transportation Security: A Strategic Tactical and Operational Guide to Resilience provides thorough coverage of transportation security. Its topics include hazardous material handling securing transportation networks logistics essentials supply chain security risk assessment the regulatory framework strategic planning and innovation through technology. This book is not a prescriptive how-to manual. It begins with a discussion of the differences between safety and security before advancing through a developmental learning curve encompassing a wide range of subjects. It discusses global threats such as terrorism and piracy as well as current regulatory mandates and technological applications including the latest threat to logistics security cyber-attack. The book also examines the benefits of synergy between the public and private sectors using a number of case studies and interviews to illustrate increasing collaboration and benefits. It assists a broad range of transportation professionals security professionals logistics outfits and policy makers with assessing the benefits of proactive security measures and with verifying security-associated risks and consequences. . Language: English