MEO gains industry-first cyber notation for crew boats

Bureau Veritas has awarded its Cyber Managed Prepared notation for a fleet of five new executive crew boats being built by Penguin Shipyard International in Singapore.

The first of these, Express 101, was delivered in May, while others will follow in 2023 and 2024.

MEO Group is taking steps towards protecting its vessels from potential cyber threats and preserving business continuity, after it identified its crew boats are becoming prime targets for malicious cyber attacks.

Bureau Veritas Cyber Managed Prepared notation provides a road map to build cyber-managed vessels, including protecting onboard computers against unauthorised access, misuse, modification, destruction or improper disclosure of the information generated.

“We take the safety and security of our vessels, crew and clients seriously, and this achievement shows our commitment to keeping pace with the rapidly evolving digital landscape,” said MEO Group chief executive Darren Ang.

“We will continue to implement the necessary measures to ensure the ongoing success of our operations and maintain the trust of our clients and charterers.”