The United States Coast Guard (USCG) published its final rule to introduce cybersecurity requirements for US-flagged vessels, along with port/terminal facilities and outer continental shelf facilities.
The rule takes effect from 16 July 2025 and will commence a 24-month period to achieve full compliance with the standards required in the rule.[1]
Key points:
- It applies only to US-flagged vessels that must comply with 33 CFR Part 104, for example cargo ships greater than 100 gross tons.
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