Fortinet, a global cybersecurity leader, and Samsung Heavy Industries have entered a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on maritime cybersecurity.

A Maritime cybersecurity deal

The partnership aims to address the new UR E26 and E27 mandatory requirements from the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS), focusing on designing robust cybersecurity solutions for ships. Samsung Heavy Industries, known for its technological expertise in shipbuilding and marine fields, will leverage its capabilities to enhance maritime cybersecurity.

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The MOU signing ceremony, attended by representatives from both companies, marks a significant step towards ensuring the safety of ship operations amid increasing cyber threats. UR E26 focuses on secure integration of operational technology (OT) and inform.