UK issues cyber guidance

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UK unveils new cyber security code of practice

by Martyn Wingrove

UK’s Government has introduced new guidance on how shipping can deal with the growing cyber threats. Transport Minister Lord Callanan unveiled the Department for Transport’s new Cyber Security Code of Practice for Ships during London International Shipping Week.

During the unveiling, Lord Callanan said the aim of this document was to minimise the risk of cyber threats to shipping and minimise the impact of any cyber attack. He said the “guidance is aimed at ship operators, shipowners and crew members”.

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Source: marinemec.com