The Indian Register of Shipping has released new class rules and cyber safety guidelines.
The Mumbai-based class society joins the growing number of leading societies that have created their own rules, notations and guidelines as the maritime sector builds up a growing awareness of the cyber risks associated with the digital developments in the industry.
The class society says its rules are based on guidelines set by International Maritime Organization (IMO), as well as appropriate standards such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology at the US Department of Commerce (NIST).
In a press release IRClass points to the rise of cyber attacks on information and operational technology systems. Executive Chairman Mr. Arun Sharma is quoted:
“Cyber attacks on ship’s control systems, IT, navigational and other critical systems can result in damage or even losing course of the ship – which can drastically affect the safety of the ship, port facilities and marine property.”
A member of International Association of Classification Societies, IRClass actively participates in the association’s forums ‘Cyber Systems Panel’ and ‘Joint Working Group with Industry on Cyber Systems.’
In addition to the class rules, IRClass has also developed the first edition of ‘Cyber Safety Guidelines for Port and Shipping Company Facilities’,
More details can be found on the IRClass press release
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