Aureos Acquires WhiteSpider to Enhance Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure

• •Aureos has acquired WhiteSpider to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.
• •WhiteSpider brings expertise in AI, IT, and cyber security with over 40 specialists.
• •The integration aims to simplify compliance and operations for complex infrastructure projects.

Aureos has acquired WhiteSpider, a specialist in AI and IT, to bolster cybersecurity and digital capabilities for critical infrastructure projects in the UK. The acquisition integrates WhiteSpider's expertise in enterprise networking, sovereign AI, and cloud solutions directly into Aureos's operations, simplifying contracts and compliance for infrastructure owners. WhiteSpider's team of over 40 professionals brings significant experience in cyber security, which is crucial for maintaining resilient operations in regulated environments. The deal aims to streamline operations for complex assets like substation transformer installations, where the integration of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) is vital. This move positions Aureos as a key player in the UK market for integrated civil-digital delivery, particularly in sectors like rail infrastructure. The acquisition is expected to enhance Aureos's existing contracts and capabilities in the UK rail sector, particularly with its involvement in the HS2 project.