The services provider of business-critical ICT solutions Marlink has acquired 100% of Port-IT, an expert in cyber security solutions tailored for the maritime industry.
As it is reported, Marlink Group plans to establish a cyber security unit, by combining the capabilities of Port-IT, Diverto and its own cyber security activities.
This move follows Marlink’s recent integration of Diverto, enhancing its capabilities in cyber security professional and managed services within the Marlink Group.
Strategically located in Rhoon, the Netherlands, Port-IT enjoys easy access to the major ports of Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Antwerp.
The company offers 24/7 support to its customer base of 7,000 vessels from its security operations centres (SOCs) in Rhoon and Bangkok.
As informed, the cyber security unit will comprise 130 experts and provide expert support to Marlink Group’s maritime, energy and humanitarian businesses. It will have four security operations centres (SOCs) located in Europe, Asia and Americas.
Erik Ceuppens, the CEO Marlink Group expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, highlighting the growing demand for expertise and resources to meet the IT and OT cyber security needs of their global customers.
