At a time when rapid advancements in maritime connectivity and shipboard technology are leaving vessel networks increasingly vulnerable to attack, the International Association of Classification Societies’ (IACS) unified requirements (URs) E26 and E27 aim to minimise the frequency and impact of cyber incidents at sea.
Initially adopted in April 2022, the URs were withdrawn ahead of their planned implementation on 1 January 2024. However, revised versions of E26 and E27 – adopted in September 2023 and November 2023, respectively – are now set to enter into force on 1 July 2024.
Below is an overview of the URs and the documentation maritime organisations will need to submit to their classification society to demonstrate compliance.
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