The maritime industry’s drive toward decarbonization links inextricably with digital connectivity. Consequently, as more vessels rely on sophisticated Battery Management Systems (BMS) and remote diagnostics, cyber security is no longer optional. It is fundamental to safe operations.
AYK Energy, a leader in marine battery technology, has addressed this challenge head-on. The company achieved the highest level of cyber resilience for its BMS and remote monitoring capabilities. AYK Energy announced enhanced system-level certification under DNV Cyber Security Profile Level 1 (SP1) and IACS UR E27.
Why This Certification Matters Now
The enhanced certification demonstrates AYK’s commitment to providing future-proof solutions. For newbuild vessels, compliance with IACS Unified Requirements (UR E26 and UR E27) will be mandatory. Ship contracts signed after July 1, 2024, must meet this standard. By certifying its systems now, AYK provides ship owners, operators, and shipyards with assurance:
- Guaranteed Compliance: AYK’s components meet the strict global standards required for cyber resilience on essential shipboard equipment. Therefore, this compliance simplifies the certification process for the entire vessel.
- Risk Mitigation: The certification verifies that AYK’s architecture adheres to the highest protocols. Importantly, this significantly alleviates the risk of cyber security breaches associated with secure remote access to control systems.
Enabling the Future of Remote Service
The heart of AYK’s technology lies in the ability to connect securely. This rigorous verification ensures that customers can utilize secure remote monitoring and software update capabilities without compromise.
As AYK Energy’s founder, Chris Kruger, states: “Ship owners and operators need to be confident that the right protocols are in place to protect their systems. The certification emphasizes AYK’s commitment to continuing to lead in battery technology. Furthermore, it shows the company applies robust solutions that deliver cyber security.“
For customers, this means:
- Maximum Efficiency: The AYK team can analyze battery data remotely to ensure optimum efficiency.
- Proactive Uptime: The company can prevent problems before they occur. In addition, it can immediately fix bugs or faults with secure, over-the-air software updates.
- Data Driven Decisions: Customers can upload data securely to the Cloud for storage and processing. This supports operational optimization and condition-based maintenance.
AYK Energy is working toward the goal of providing access to real-time information from its marine battery systems. This industry-leading DNV SP1 and IACS UR E27 compliance is the crucial step that makes secure, real-time remote monitoring a reality.
