# DNV Awards Industrial Cyber Security Certification to Hyosung Heavy Industries
Classification society DNV has granted an international industrial cyber security standard certification to Hyosung Heavy Industries, the South Korean conglomerate with significant operations in power transmission and distribution, transformer manufacturing, construction, and renewable energy sectors.
The certification underscores growing maritime industry emphasis on cyber resilience as vessels and port infrastructure become increasingly digitalized. Hyosung’s portfolio encompasses technologies critical to modern shipping operations, including power distribution systems and renewable energy solutions that support decarbonization initiatives across the sector. As shipping companies invest in electrification and automation to meet environmental regulations, cybersecurity becomes integral to vessel and supply chain integrity. DNV’s standard represents recognition that industrial manufacturers embedded in maritime supply chains must meet rigorous security protocols to protect against cyber threats targeting connected systems.
The move reflects broader industry expectations that suppliers to shipping and offshore sectors demonstrate certified cyber defenses. With vessels now operating as floating data centers and port operations increasingly reliant on automated systems, vulnerabilities in component suppliers can cascade across entire fleets. Hyosung’s certification signals confidence in its security posture for customers navigating an environment where cyber incidents could disrupt operations, compromise navigation systems, or expose sensitive operational data. The certification may become a competitive advantage as shipowners and operators intensify due diligence on their supply chain partners’ security credentials.