Why Zero Trust Is the Future of Ship Cybersecurity

Why Zero Trust Is the Future of Ship Cybersecurity 🌊 Why Maritime Cybersecurity Matters As the maritime industry becomes more digitized, it also becomes more exposed. Recent cyberattacks targeting shipping companies, ports, and shipyards have made it clear: cyber threats are not a future concern — they’re already here. These incidents have resulted in: Delays in shipping schedules and logistics paralysis , costing millions Compromised navigation systems , increasing the risk of grounding or collision Unauthorized remote access to shipboard systems Threats to the safety of crews , passengers , and the marine environment To address these growing concerns, leading maritime authorities and organizations have issued strong guidelines and requirements: 1) 🚢 IMO (International Maritime Organization) In 2021, the IMO enforced a cyber risk management requirement as part of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code . This mandates all shipping companies to incorporate cy...