The classification society Korean Register has signed an memorandum of understanding with Samsung Heavy Industries to conduct a joint study on cybersecurity in the shipping industry.
Together, they will look into how cybersecurity is designed in new ships and look into the threat landscape for ships, ShipInsight reported.
“Through this partnership and joint research with Samsung Heavy Industries, we will strengthen our ship cybersecurity certification and our technical service capabilities,” said Kim Dae-heon, head of Korean Register’s Digital Technology Center. “KR will also continue to increase its cybersecurity technology leadership in the global maritime market using world-class construction technology through our cooperation and close working with shipyards.”
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