CYTUR and PLAINBIT Collaborate on Maritime Cyber Incident Investigations

• •CYTUR and PLAINBIT signed an MOU on November 11, 2026, to enhance maritime cyber investigations.
• •The collaboration focuses on developing specialized procedures for cyber incidents affecting vessels and infrastructure.
• •The partnership aims to connect cyber risk assessments with maritime cyber insurance services.

On November 11, 2026, South Korean companies CYTUR and PLAINBIT signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cyber incident investigation and response capabilities for maritime vessels and infrastructure. The collaboration aims to develop specialized procedures for investigating cyberattacks that impact both operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems on ships. CYTUR will provide maritime cyber risk assessments and utilize its CYTUR-MG platform for investigations, while PLAINBIT will focus on digital evidence collection and forensic analysis. The partnership also seeks to create standardized reporting templates and guidelines for preserving digital evidence. This initiative comes amid increasing concerns about maritime cyber resilience, particularly following a recent advisory from the Marshall Islands emphasizing the importance of evidence preservation after cyber incidents. The collaboration is expected to improve the overall preparedness of shipping companies against cyber threats and facilitate better integration with maritime cyber insurance services.