Brussels, 25/01/2013 (Agence Europe) - There is as much EU legislation covering the use of security guards in the merchant navy as there are member states, but this may be about to change because, without indicating a timeline, the European Commission says it might suggest common EU standards for the employment of bodyguards on ships.
The employment of armed guards by the merchant navy, whether private individuals or professional soldiers seconded by countries, is today seen as a necessary...