Tag: cyber security

ABS Executive Vice President, Dr. Kirsi Tikka, discussed interim benefits on the shipping industry’s journey to autonomous, noting that fast-paced advances in technology will be a gradual process of evolution for the sector, both at sea and ashore.

The WISTA Hellas 2017 Annual Forum, which took place on 27 November, at Intercontinental Hotel in Athens, included discussions focusing on the current and future challenges that may affect the shipping industry and on how ship owners can cope with these challenges to move forward.

The maritime world is in the middle of a period of rapid change, with increasing digitalization, new regulations and shifting markets. Classification societies can help to remove barriers, speed up the process, and assist stakeholders make the most of the new landscape, said IACS Chairman Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen.

UKHO published a revised edition to help bridge crews record and manage cyber risks. The update was developed in accordance with IMO's guidance, stating that approved SMS should consider cyber risk management in line with the ISM code before January 2021.

British shipbroker Clarkson Plc said it was the victim of a cybersecurity incident which involved unauthorised access to the company’s computer systems. The company has been working with the police and data security specialists, and has put in place additional security measures to prevent a similar incident happening in the future. 

The National University of Singapore and PSA Corporation Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop Human Capital, aiming to cultivate a new generation of Engineering and Infocomm Technology professionals for Singapore’s Next Generation Port in Tuas.

Aspida has won recognition for developing both innovative and practical solutions for the shipping industry, facilitating industry’s transition to a more digital era. The Greek-based company has developed a way to protect vessels from any internal or external cyber attack, using Big Data. Aspida’s Cyber Division, has developed a Vessel Security Information and Event Management platform, called Nemesis, which is a unique implementation of an unprecedented managed security system for vessels.

Ship security has a long way to go to catch up with the level of security expected in corporate networks. IT hardware is often old and not well maintained. As the shipping industry relies on speed and efficiency, an attack to the load planning system can cause serious problems.

During this year's Tripartite Shipbuilding Forum carbon emissions, which attracted more than 100 delegates, safety and cyber security were at the top of the agenda. The Forum took place in Nantong, China and was hosted by China Classification Society.

Over the last year, global business sector has reached a new and important turning point in the struggle to manage cyber risk. Marsh & McLennan Companies issued the 2018 edition of the MMC Cyber Risk Handbook, providing insights on the shifting cyber threat environment, emerging global regulatory trends, and best practices in the journey to cyber resiliency.