May 21, 2009

Paradox Marine, Inferno Offer Technology To Support Compliance
With New US Coast Guard Maritime Security Directive

FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA (USA) – May 21, 2009 - Vessel security systems supplier Paradox Marine and acoustic security barrier supplier Inferno have teamed up to offer state-of-the-art acoustic technology to support the maritime industry’s compliance with the US Coast Guard’s newly-issued Maritime Security Directive 104-6. The new directive requires U.S. flagged vessels that operate in high risk waters to have security protocols in place by May 25 to deter, detect and disrupt piracy. Earlier this week, Paradox Marine CEO Jay Keenan and Inferno Managing Director Dr. Maurice D. Goldman inspected and surveyed a Class C Cargo Container and conducted a briefing illustrating the application of Inferno Intenso Sound Barriers, now available from Paradox Marine. Inferno Intenso generates a patented, unbearable noise frequency pattern that immediately disrupts the activities of onboard intruders - such as terrorists, pirates or robbers - and buys time for crews to reach safe havens. Each unit has built-in sabotage protection and a long-life battery. A durable aluminum and steel casing is specially coated for protection against the harsh marine environment. A single unit covers areas up to 750 square feet. Larger areas can be covered with several units. Inferno Intenso also provides solutions for land based applications.

Inferno Intenso is also available as a standalone deterrent or integrated into Paradox Marine’s comprehensive vessel security, tracking and monitoring systems. These tracking and sensing systems allow real time reporting and detection of intruders and also can monitor both accurate position and conditions thru the Inmarsat systems with their Nav-Tracker and Marine Magellan systems.

After the briefing, Keenan and Goldman issued a joint statement. “The current conditions in the shipping world and the new Coast Guard directive clearly show the forward direction of both the U.S. agencies and the maritime industry in addressing this critical issue. We are serious about our commitment in being able to assist the industry in detecting, deterring and disrupting acts of piracy. Our companies and our unique products in particular provide excellent opportunities to quickly assist in filling the requirements of this directive and we are proactive and already providing options within a week of this directive."