MOXA Smart Maritime Solutions for Improved Cyber Resilience

Navigating the Digital Seas: Cybersecurity in the Maritime Industry
The maritime industry, while embracing innovation, faces growing cybersecurity threats. As digitalization accelerates, with advancements in cargo tracking, decarbonization, and operations, cyberattack risks increase. These attacks can disrupt operations, compromise safety, steal data, and cause significant financial losses.
What Are Maritime Cyberattacks?
These attacks target the digital systems of ships, ports, and related logistics, aiming to disrupt operations, steal sensitive information, and potentially cause physical harm.
Cyberattacks on maritime systems can have the following severe consequences:
Operational Disruptions: Hinder daily operations, leading to delays, inefficiencies, and reputational damage.
Safety and Security Compromises: Unauthorized access can compromise critical systems, potentially leading to accidents and endangering lives.
Data Breaches: The theft of sensitive data, such as cargo manifests, financial records, and intellectual property, can result in significant economic losses.
Erroneous Decision-Making: Data manipulation can lead to poor decision-making, impacting operational efficiency, safety, and financial performance.
Physical Damage: Compromised systems can directly cause physical damage to ships or cargo, leading to costly repairs and potential environmental harm.
Why Maritime Cyberattacks Are a Growing Concern?
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) defines cyber risks as threats to technology assets that can lead to operational failures, safety breaches, or security vulnerabilities. The rapid digitalization of the maritime industry has significantly increased its exposure to these risks. Key factors contributing to this heightened risk include:
- Increased Digitalization: The widespread adoption of digital technologies for enhanced efficiency and connectivity has introduced numerous new cyber vulnerabilities.
- Complex Supply Chains: The interconnected nature of maritime operations, involving numerous actors and systems, creates a complex landscape with numerous potential entry points for cyberattacks.
- High-Value Targets: Ships and ports often transport valuable cargo and contain sensitive data, making them attractive targets for cybercriminals and even state-sponsored actors.
- Legacy Systems: Many existing maritime systems were not designed with cybersecurity in mind, leaving them highly vulnerable to modern cyber threats.
The Role of Maritime Cybersecurity
Effectively safeguarding the maritime industry necessitates a balanced integration of IT and OT security. This requires a comprehensive approach, combining traditional IT security measures with specialized tools tailored to the unique characteristics of operational technology systems.
Data: The Driving Force Behind Maritime Excellence
Cybersecurity extends beyond blocking intruders. It's focused on protecting digital assets and data, maintaining business continuity, and remaining resilient to both external and internal threats. Protecting ship systems from physical attacks and ensuring the integrity of supporting systems are critical for maintaining overall security and operational efficiency in the maritime industry. Data-driven innovation is transforming maritime excellence, enhancing:
- Advanced route planning for efficient navigation
- Collision prevention systems for improved safety
- Energy management for smart vessels
- Port automation for reduced waiting times
- Data processing and analytics for performance optimization, predictive maintenance, and anomaly detection
Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Compliance Matters
In a connected world, the security,
safety, and reliability of maritime systems are crucial. The industry
recognizes the importance of robust cybersecurity supervision to combat
emerging cyber risks.
Compliance with global regulations—including IMO Resolution MSC.428(98), IEC 61162-460, ISO/IEC 27001, ISA/IEC 62443, IEC60945, and IACS Unified Requirements (URs) E26 and E27—is essential in maintaining stringent cybersecurity standards. The implementation of data-driven strategies not only improves safety and operational efficiency but also makes it essential to use certified solutions, ensuring reliable and secure data exchanges.
Our Certified High-performance Solutions Enable Your Smart Ships
As the maritime industry undergoes digital transformation by merging IT and OT, compliance with global regulations becomes essential. Data's importance is highlighted by the rise of smart ships. Moxa sets the standard in the maritime industry with its advanced, maritime-certified solutions, including certifications from DNV, ABS, LR, NK, and BV. Its high-performance cybersecurity solutions include OT data devices, marine IPCs, networking solutions, and remote monitoring and management platforms. Moxa ensures cybersecurity across data collection, storage, transfer, and processing—providing comprehensive support for real-time data needs across maritime opperations. Moxa’s solutions enhance the entire supply chain by catering to owners, operators, and shipbuilders, effectively reducing cyber risks from individual vessels to entire fleets.

Seamless Maritime Data Management
Ensure uninterrupted data flow through end-to-end solutions that enable seamless communication and accessibility throughout the maritime network.

Comprehensive Cyber-resilience
Safeguard vessels' cyber-resilience through secure real-time connections, regulatory compliance, and enhanced defenses with Moxa’s IEC 62443 solutions, providing robust protection against evolving cyberthreats.

Integrated OT Network Solutions
Moxa’s networking solutions meet E27 requirements, creating secure data infrastructure that facilitates smooth process visualization both onboard and ashore, ultimately improving operational efficiency and safety within the maritime sector.
From Navigation to Maintenance—Comprehensive Solutions for Your Vessel

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Revolutionize Port Efficiency with ARTG Cranes
Moxa's networking solutions empower next-generation Automated Rubber-Tired Gantry (ARTG) cranes, a technology that transformed container handling since its introduction in 2013.
These cranes deliver significant improvements in:
- Efficiency: Optimized workflows and automation minimize downtime
- Safety: Advanced automation reduces human error and workplace hazards
- Sustainability: Lower energy consumption contributes to greener port operation
Moxa's reliable switches ensure seamless network connectivity, enabling:
- Easy Upgrades: Flexible architecture facilitates future system enhancements
- Centralized Management: Streamlined control optimizes crane performance
Benefits:
- Reduced downtime for maximized productivity
- Enhanced safety for a protected workforce
- Environmentally conscious operations for a sustainable future
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Navigate with Confidence: Reliable Integrated Navigation Systems
Moxa's marine-grade solutions empower your vessels with reliable and compliant integrated navigation systems (INS).
Ensure MSC.252(83) Compliance:
- Redundant INS configurations meet the strict requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) standard
Reduce Installation Costs:
- Leverage Moxa's cost-effective serial device servers for seamless integration of legacy navigation equipment
Maximize Uptime and Reliability:
- The compact MC-3201 industrial computer is ideally suited for space-constrained environments on ships
- EDS-G512E switches boast industry-leading resilience with Turbo Ring and Turbo Chain technologies for rapid network recovery in case of failures
Benefits:
- Peace of mind with IMO-compliant navigation systems
- Streamlined installation for faster deployment and reduced costs
- Unwavering network reliability for safe and efficient navigation
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Optimize Vessel Performance with Remote Monitoring and Management
Moxa empowers next-generation Smart Ship solutions for efficient asset management and proactive maintenance.
Leverage the power of:
- Cloud-Based Services: Gain real-time insights and optimize vessel performance from anywhere
- Remote Monitoring: Identify and address potential issues before they escalate, maximizing uptime
Unmatched Reliability and Security:
- MC-3201 Fanless Industrial Computer: Built for harsh marine environments, ensuring reliable performance
- EDR-G9010 Secure Router: Safeguard your data with robust cybersecurity measures, such as encrypted communication for protection against cyber threats
Benefits:
- One-Stop Shop: Simplify your operations with a complete solution designed for the maritime industry’s needs
- Durability and Compliance: Our marine-grade products are built to last and meet industry regulations
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Ensure Ballast Water Treatment (BWTS) Compliance
Moxa's solutions empower shipbuilders and operators to meet the challenges of the IMO Ballast Water Management Convention.
Comply with D-2 Standards by 2024:
- Compact and robust BWTS integration requires versatile and space-saving computer solutions
- Moxa's computer portfolio and ioThinx Series offer a perfect fit, ensuring reliable data acquisition for regulatory compliance
Simplify Installation and Maximize Efficiency:
- Our solutions are designed for streamlined installation, minimizing downtime and integration costs
- Enhanced efficiency contributes to optimal BWTS performance
Benefits:
- Achieve and maintain compliance with IMO regulations
- Streamlined installation for faster deployment and reduced costs
- Reliable data acquisition for optimal BWTS performance
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Unify and Optimize Your Ship's Operations with Moxa's IAS Solutions
Moxa empowers next-generation Smart Ship solutions for efficient asset management and proactive maintenance.
Leverage the power of:
- Cloud-Based Services: Gain real-time insights and optimize vessel performance from anywhere
- Remote Monitoring: Identify and address potential issues before they escalate, maximizing uptime
Unmatched Reliability and Security:
- MC-3201 Fanless Industrial Computer: Built for harsh marine environments, ensuring reliable performance
- EDR-G9010 Secure Router: Safeguard your data with robust cybersecurity measures, such as encrypted communication for protection against cyber threats
Benefits:
- One-Stop Shop: Simplify your operations with a complete solution designed for the maritime industry’s needs
- Durability and Compliance: Our marine-grade products are built to last and meet industry regulations
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Ensure Reliable Ship Propulsion with Moxa's Marine-Grade Solutions
Moxa empowers safe and efficient ship operations with reliable solutions for propulsion control systems.
Centralized Control for Unmanned Propulsion Machinery:
- Manage your vessel's propulsion system seamlessly from multiple onboard locations
- Rugged, DNV, ABS, LR, and NK-certified Ethernet switches to ensure reliable communication in harsh maritime environments
Enhanced Safety and Uptime:
- MPC-3000 Series panel computers provide clear and intuitive system monitoring for operators
- Turbo Ring technology enables rapid network recovery in case of failures, minimizing downtime and helping ensure uninterrupted propulsion system operation
Benefits:
- Maximize operational efficiency with centralized control
- Enhance navigation safety through reliable communication and system monitoring
- Minimize downtime with robust and rapidly recovering networks
- Ensure compliance with major maritime classification societies
Product Highlights

EDS-G512E Series

UC-8100 Series

ioThinx 4510 Series

MC-1100 Series

EDS-408A Series

EDS-4008 Series

EDR-G9010 Series

EDS-510E Series

IKS-G6824A Series

EDS-G205 Series

EDS-G4012 Series

EDS-4014 Series

IMC-21A Series

AWK-3252A Series

IKS-6728A Series
