A new Coast Guard rule puts cybersecurity front and center for maritime operators

Cybersecurity is no longer optional for the maritime industry. Under a new Coast Guard rule, vessel and facility operators must report cyber incidents, designate a Cybersecurity Officer, and train staff to recognize and respond to threats. The regulation introduces new reporting channels and timelines that could create confusion for operators already navigating overlapping federal requirements. To break down what’s changing—and what’s still unclear—I'm joined by Erik Dullea, partner with Husch Blackwell, and Benjamin Nashed an attorney there. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .