The recent terrorist attacks in Paris are a painful reminder of the unrelenting intention of determined adversaries to wage asymmetric warfare against America and countries friendly to us. In 2016, expect increased efforts to prevent the intentional disruption of the marine transportation system and its use to covertly deliver weapons, dangerous substances, and extremist operatives to their intended targets. 

Jon S. Helmick, Director, Maritime Logistics and Security Program, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy

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