Germany’s maritime sector faces rising cyber threats, prompting the launch of the Maritime Cyber Security Group Germany to improve incident response, share intelligence, and strengthen industry resilience.
The Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) reports around 309,000 new malware variants daily, a 26 per cent increase on the previous year.
The EU Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) notes that transport, particularly maritime, is now one of the most targeted sectors in Europe.
Passenger and freight shipping is classified as critical infrastructure, reinforcing the need for robust IT and OT resilience and rapid incident reporting.
To address these challenges, the Maritime Cyber Security Group Germany is forming as a network for senior IT and OT professionals across the maritime value chain.
The initiative aims to consolidate knowledge, share incident insights confidentially, and develop effective countermeasures.
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Martin Lochte-Holtgreven, marcybersec, said: “Cyberattacks against maritime organisations are no longer a rare occurrence, but part of everyday business. Anyone who today operates a ship, a port, or a logistics chain is essentially running a digital system.
“Individual companies quickly reach their limits here. We need a protected space where we can share experiences, openly discuss mistakes, and learn from each other. That is exactly why we are setting up the Maritime Cyber Security Group.”
The group targets IT and information security managers across shipping companies, shipyards, ports, terminals, logistics providers, and specialised IT and OT security firms nationwide.
For more information:
marcybersec – https://www.marcybersec.com
