Uniwise Offshore, an offshore support vessel (OSV) company in Thailand, is enhancing cyber-security standards across its fleet by adopting technology from Inmarsat — with reliable connectivity delivered by Inmarsat’s Fleet Xpress, the company’s Fleet Secure Unified Threat Management (UTM) provides Uniwise with end-to-end functionality to protect the firm’s network from cyber-attacks and intrusion via infected devices.
In the busy Gulf of Thailand, where a majority of Uniwise’s OSVs operate, connectivity is a key requirement. During prolonged downtimes and when usage is high, vessels become susceptible to cyber-attacks that could impact vessel operations and result in significant business losses for both owners and charterers.
Fleet Secure UTM is a comprehensive suite of network security tools designed specifically for the maritime industry. Managed through a single online portal and backed by a dedicated security operations centre, the solution allows Uniwise to detect and monitor threats and protect its fleet network from attacks. It also supports the company’s compliance with the International Maritime Organization’s 2021 functional cyber-security requirements for demonstrating cyber-risk management.
Inmarsat’s end-to-end connectivity and security package for Uniwise also includes Fleet Hotspot, providing crew access to high-speed connectivity and is completely independent of the vessel’s bandwidth. This ensures uninterrupted connection to high-speed, always-on, business-critical bandwidth. With flexible charterer plans, Uniwise also benefits from tailored connectivity needs for charterers. Further contributing to Uniwise’s cyber-resilient environment, both services are delivered via the secure, dedicated network.
Jon-Axel Hauglum, Co-Head of Business, Uniwise Offshore, said, “In busy areas in the Gulf of Thailand, usage on the network is high. Both business critical as well as extensive crew traffic must be protected and secured, hence we needed a satellite communications partner that has solutions specifically designed for maritime. We needed security, not only to minimize the risk of downtime during operations but also to safeguard our vessels from the growing threat of cyber-attacks. We identified Inmarsat as that partner. Fleet Xpress offers reliable connectivity and Fleet Secure UTM ensures robust network protection our operations require.”
Gert-Jan Panken, Vice President Direct Sales, Inmarsat Maritime, said, “Cyber-attacks are a growing concern for vessel operators worldwide. Fleet Secure UTM brings together all the tools owners need to assess and mitigate risks and establish a cyber-secure environment, while Fleet Xpress provides the reliable coverage to ensure these tools – and other business-critical applications – remain online even where demand is at its highest.”
