# Ligurian Sea port security and management developments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ligurian-sea-port-security-and-management-developments > Updated: 2026-10-19T09:15:37.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Port authorities in the Ligurian Sea region are implementing various measures to enhance maritime security and infrastructure management. In the Western Ligurian Sea, the Port System Authority has approved new security and funding reorganizations for the ports of Genoa, Prà, Savona, and Vado Ligure. These measures include extending a port tax surcharge on goods to Savona and Vado Ligure to fund increased surveillance, gate security, and technological controls. The authority also plans to evaluate cybersecurity costs for digital infrastructures in 2027 and is supporting worker redeployment and terminal improvements. Concurrently, the Eastern Ligurian Sea Port System Authority has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the National Foundation of the Subaquatic Dimension. This agreement focuses on maritime security through risk analysis, the Blue Economy, and professional training, seeking to collaborate with the Italian Navy and NATO experimental centers for underwater research and environmental monitoring. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Eastern Ligurian Sea Port Authority signs maritime security agreement The Eastern Ligurian Sea Port System Authority and the National Foundation of the Subaquatic Dimension signed an agreement to collaborate on Blue Economy research, maritime security, and training. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eastern-ligurian-sea-port-authority-signs-maritime-security-agreement ### 2026-10-08: Western Ligurian Sea Port Authority strengthens security and tax measures The Western Ligurian Sea Port System Authority approved enhanced security measures, a port tax extension for Savona and Vado Ligure, and worker support funds for the Genoa and Savona port areas. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/western-ligurian-sea-port-authority-strengthens-security-and-tax-measures --- Cite as: Ligurian Sea port security and management developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ligurian-sea-port-security-and-management-developments