Cyber Defense Age

Maritime Cybersecurity: Prepare, Detect and Respondpage

At a time when the world has become more aware than ever before about the vital importance of the world’s ocean shipping fleet, which carried supplies, merchandise and much needed personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic, an increased risk from a different threat, cyberattacks, presents a set of new challenges.

By Vanessa DiDomenico

Demystifying Cyber Security

Recent cyber attacks to the US Government, the IMO, Maersk, amongst others has caused the world to pay attention to criminal cyber activities by foreign states, terrorists, and criminals. The cyber attack against CMA CGM shut down services for close on two weeks. Two days later, on October 30th the IMO was held hostage by a cyber attack. These attacks follow attacks earlier this year against MSC and COSCO.

By Matthew Bonvento

Training Tips for Ships - Tip #24: For your Disaster Recovery Plan, Hope for the Best; Plan for the Worstpage: 12

Very few people live day-to-day expecting a disaster. However, disasters do happen and a critical component of business continuity is ensuring that when disaster strikes, our critical systems are returned to normal operations as quickly and efficiently as possible.

By Murray Goldberg

Allianz Risk Barometer 2026: Cyber Remains Top Business Risk but AI Rising Quickly

Cyber incidents created many headlines in 2025 and are still the biggest worry for companies globally in 2026, according to global insurer Allianz Commercial's annual Allianz Risk Barometer.

Satcom Global Launches Aura Citadel IT Management Solution

Satcom Global has announced the launch of Aura Citadel, an on-vessel IT management and security solution providing simplicity, protection and control across the maritime IT environment.

d’AMICO Orders Pair of Eco Design Vessels

Product tankers shipowner d’Amico International Shipping S.A. said its operating subsidiary d’Amico Tankers D.A.C.

Dominion Energy Responds to US Suspension of Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind

Dominion Energy released the following statement in response to the U.S.

US Subcommittee Mulls Technology: Can the Coast Guard Keep Up?

US Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee Chairman Mike Ezell (R-MS) chaired a hearing, entitled “Changes in Maritime Technology: Can the Coast Guard Keep Up?” on Tuesday.

IMO: Stick to Your [Sustainability] Guns

IMO has kicked the can of sustainability down the road by delaying the Net Zero Framework. It was a strange retreat.

ABS Consulting Paper Supports USGC Maritime Cyber Compliance

ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), a leader in safety, risk and asset integrity management, has released a paper to support vessel and facility owners and operators in meeting compliance with the U.S. Coast Guard’s (USCG) Maritime Cyber Rule.

Techcross Receives Cyber Security Type Approvals from Five Classification Societies

On December 8, Techcross received cyber security type approval from ABS and NK, becoming the first company in the industry to obtain cyber security type approvals from five major global classification societies.

The Expanding Shadow Fleet Poses a Growing Threat to Maritime Safety

The shipping industry has always been good at navigating uncertainty; however the rapid expansion of the shadow fleet represents a different kind of risk. It’s not just regulatory or geopolitical; it’s informational.

Coastal Transportation Selects Inmarsat Maritime Fleetwide for Advanced Connectivity

Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company

Marlink Deploys Hybrid Network Platform to Support Digital Operations for Tankerska Plovidba

Marlink, a leader in managed services for business-critical ICT solutions, has upgraded connectivity and cyber security solutions onboard 22 vessels operated by Tankerska Plovidba and Atlantska Plovidba.

Witherbys Sign Licensing Agreement to Release Official MCA, ILO eBooks on Witherby Connect

Witherby Publishing Group has announced a new licensing agreement with The Stationery Office (TSO), enabling the release of authorized digital editions of respected MCA and ILO maritime titles through Witherby Connect.

25% of Maritime Suppliers Show Cyber Red Flags as Shipowners Boost Due Diligence Requirements

More than a quarter of maritime parts and service suppliers have been identified as having high or very-high cyber vulnerabilities, according to new data from Achilles Network.

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