Rakuten Symphony and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on maritime cybersecurity and digital resilience.
The partnership, executed through the maritime cybersecurity arm of Rakuten Symphony, Rakuten Maritime, aims to combine the cybersecurity capabilities of the Japanese organisation with the maritime expertise of ABS.
“This agreement with ABS marks an important milestone for Rakuten Maritime. By combining Rakuten Maritime’s cybersecurity expertise with ABS’s deep experience in classification and safety standards, we will jointly address increasingly sophisticated threats and tackle the complex challenges facing the maritime cybersecurity landscape,” said Ryan Son, President of Rakuten Symphony’s Internet Services Business Unit and Head of Rakuten Maritime.
The MoU outlines a variety of collaborative initiatives, including the exchange of best practices and knowledge sharing in the area of digital transformation.
The organisations also plan to focus on talent development through joint technical workshops and training to enhance the maritime workforce’s ability to manage digital risks.
“ABS is committed to the safe evolution of digital shipping ecosystems. This agreement with Rakuten Maritime is a meaningful step toward building the frameworks and expertise the industry needs to operate securely in a digital world,” said Matthew Mueller, Vice President of Business Development at ABS.
