Preparing for maritime cyber security

In 2017 the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted Resolution MSC.428(98), which requires that a ship’s Safety Management System (SMS) should take into account cyber risk management in accordance with the objectives and requirements of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code.

In practice this means that vessel owners need to identify and manage cyber risks now in preparation for the first annual verification of the company’s document of compliance after 1 January 2021. To mitigate the risks and be ready for 2021, you need an expert partner with the right combination of maritime industry and cyber security know-how.

Wärtsilä’s approach to ICS cyber security is based on the international IEC 62443 cyber security standard and best practices. Our service approach can be tailored according to marine guidelines on cyber security such as:

• BIMCO: Guidelines on Cyber Security Onboard Ships
• ABS: Guidance notes on the Application of Cybersecurity Principles to Marine and Offshore Operations
• DNV: Recommended Practice for Cyber Security Resilience Management
• IMO MSC-FAL.1: Guidelines on Maritime Cyber Risk Management
• IMO MSC.428(98): Maritime Cyber Risk Management in Safety Management Systems
• IET: Code of Practice, Cyber Security for Ships

As an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and service provider, Wärtsilä has a thorough understanding of vessel systems and can therefore provide complete lifecycle support to help you mitigate cyber security risks. Our wide global service network of skilled service engineers, extensive cyber security expertise and strategic partnerships help to keep your critical infrastructure safe.