ClassNK approves Pacific Mimosa LNG carrier’s CSMS

Classification society ClassNK certified the Cyber Security Management System (CSMS) of NYK Group unit’s NYK LNG Shipmanagement and its managed LNG carrier Pacific Mimosa.

This is the first CSMS certified by ClassNK, the classification society said in its statement.

ClassNK released its Cyber Security Management System for Ships in March 2019 which provides guidance on ensuring, implementing, maintaining, and improving the cybersecurity management system of companies and ships with the goal of safe navigation.

It includes management measures regarding protection against cyber risks in not only the navigation stage but also in the construction/design stage of ships, ClassNK said.

The CSMS certification inspection confirms information about the CSMS developed for both the company and the ship, and assesses cybersecurity policies, risk assessment, and more in line with the standards established by the Society.

In this specific inspection, the CSMS of NYK LNG Shipmanagement and Pacific Mimosa were confirmed to be in line with ClassNK’s standards, allowing for the Society to issue certification.