Why Choose this Training Course

Maritime organisations are becoming increasingly reliant on interconnected OT systems—navigation, propulsion, cargo handling, port automation, and critical onboard control systems. This digitalisation increases vulnerability to cyber incidents that can disrupt vessel operations, compromise safety, and lead to significant financial and reputational losses.

This OT cybersecurity maritime course provides a comprehensive understanding of OT cybersecurity within the maritime environment. Participants will learn how to identify cyber risks in shipboard and port systems, implement layered defence strategies, comply with IMO, BIMCO, and flag-state guidelines, and design realistic incident response plans for maritime operations. Real-world maritime cyber cases, threat actor techniques, and practical exercises are included to strengthen operational readiness.

We are also a proud member of the Energy Institute of UK.

Who Should Attend

• Vessel superintendents & fleet managers
• Port and terminal operations teams
• Maritime cyber & IT/OT security personnel
• Shipowners, charterers & technical management teams
• Class society inspectors & compliance officers
• Marine engineers, ETOs & shipboard officers
• Maritime consultants and auditors

Key Learning Objectives

• Understand Maritime OT Ecosystems
  • Differentiate between IT vs OT in the maritime context
  • Understand architecture of ECDIS, AIS, RADAR, ICS/SCADA, propulsion & machinery control systems
  • Explore vulnerabilities in interconnected shipboard and port systems
• Identify Maritime Cyber Threats
  • Recognise typical attack vectors: spoofing, jamming, ransomware, bridge system infiltration
  • Analyse past maritime cyber incidents and how attackers exploited OT systems
  • Understand supply chain & onboard contractor risks
• Apply Maritime Cybersecurity Standards & Regulations
  • Interpret IMO Resolution MSC.428(98) Cyber Risk Managemen
  • Apply BIMCO Guidelines on Cyber Security Onboard Ships
  • Implement flag-state and classification society requirements (ABS, DNV, LR)
  • Align OT security practices with IEC 62443
• Strengthen OT Security Posture
  • Conduct OT risk assessments for maritime systems
  • Apply network segmentation, secure configurations & asset inventory management
  • Implement monitoring & detection for OT environments
  • Understand patching limitations and compensating controls for vessels
• Develop Cyber Incident Response for Maritime Operations
  • Create a shipboard & port cyber incident response plan
  • Understand crisis communication flow between vessel, shore office & authorities
  • Conduct tabletop exercises involving cyberattacks to navigation or propulsion systems
  • Learn best practices for recovery, continuity & reporting

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