ABS approves SHI cyber security system

The approval indicates that SHI’s system meets the requirements detailed in the ABS Rules for Building & Classing Marine Vessels and IACS UR E26 Cyber Resilience of Ships.

“SHI is proud to announce its commitment to enhancing cyber resilience by implementing key measures aligned with the stringent requirements of ABS rules for cyber resilience,” said Hyun Joe Kim, SHI vice president and chief of Autonomous Ship Research Center.

“These actions reflect our dedication to safeguarding important assets in the vessel against cyber threats.”

The design has been found to incorporate security zones with well-defined security capabilities, network protection safeguards, and managed access for remotely controlled systems.

“In offshore and marine operations today, more and more components are connected and reliant on digitally enabled systems that introduce new risks and vulnerabilities into the supply chain,” commented Patrick Ryan, ABS senior vice president and chief technology officer.

“The need for robust cybersecurity programs has become a critical component to the overall operations of assets.”