Take action today to protect operations and secure critical assets. The first step is to complete cyber training for your crew. We can help.
Cybersecurity continues to be a critical component of operational safety and regulatory compliance in the maritime industry.
In February 2024 the United States Coast Guard (USCG) issued updated cyber reporting guidance for Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) stakeholders. On July 16, 2025 additional cybersecurity measures will go into effect that apply to U.S. flagged vessels, Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) structures and other facilities subject to MTSA regulations. These additional minimum cybersecurity requirements are reshaping how MTSA-regulated stakeholders must address and manage cyber risks.
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Ports, terminals, vessel operators and other critical infrastructure stakeholders must take proactive steps to comply with these regulations. Failure to do so can result in operational disruptions, financial losses, regulatory penalties and reputational damage.
Staying ahead of these deadlines is critical to avoiding penalties and supporting operational resilience.
The USCG is updating maritime security regulations to establish minimum cybersecurity requirements for ports and terminals, U.S.-flagged vessels, OCS structures and other MTSA-regulated facilities. The new rule addresses cybersecurity threats by requiring entities to develop a Cybersecurity Plan, designate a Cybersecurity Officer and implement measures to detect, respond to and recover from cybersecurity incidents. These updates are designed to strengthen the maritime sector’s resilience against cyber risks and ensure the safety of operations.
Non-compliance with these regulations can result in operational disruptions, financial losses due to cyber incidents and regulatory penalties, and reputational damage.
By proactively addressing these regulations, MTSA-regulated stakeholders can:
Don't wait until the last minute-start preparing now to protect your operations, secure your assets and meet compliance. The first step is to complete cyber training for your crew. We can help.
With a deep understanding of maritime operations and cybersecurity, ABS Consulting is uniquely positioned to help MTSA-regulated stakeholders navigate the complexities of compliance. Our experts are committed to helping you implement a cybersecurity program that is both resilient and aligned with regulatory requirements.
We're gathering data to help in understanding how organizations like yours are preparing for, and complying with, the new maritime cybersecurity requirements set forth in the USCG Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). Your experience and opinion are vital to our efforts to help industry meet these mandatory standards and to develop products and services that address your key challenges.
ABS Consulting is a trusted leader in maritime cybersecurity, backed by more than 160 years of innovation and maritime safety heritage at ABS. Our team of maritime specialists and cyber experts is recognized as an international authority in the maritime cyber community. We provide tailored solutions to help MTSA-regulated entities comply with USCG requirements and protect operations from cyber threats.
Proper training equips your team with the knowledge to recognize phishing attempts, suspicious activity and other vulnerabilities that could compromise your facility’s operations. We offer tailored training programs designed specifically for MTSA-regulated facilities, ensuring employees understand the unique risks and compliance requirements of the maritime industry.
The USCG emphasizes the importance of effective cybersecurity assessments to identify vulnerabilities and gaps in your facility’s systems. Our cyber experts assess your current practices for reducing service disruptions, protecting critical infrastructure and safeguarding employee safety.
Facilities and vessel operators must incorporate cybersecurity measures into their FSPs/VSPs. We develop a set of risk-based security measures to address and help mitigate cyber threats. We also develop an incident response plan to help ensure the facility can respond effectively to potential threats.
Cyber risks evolve constantly. We help stakeholders implement processes for continuous monitoring and update their cybersecurity measures to stay ahead of emerging threats. Our proactive approach helps you maintain compliance, protect critical infrastructure and build resilience in an ever-changing threat landscape.
