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Op-Ed: Maritime Cybersecurity is a Financial Investment
Youri Hart argues that maritime cybersecurity is a critical financial investment, not an overhead expense. Ship owners typically allocate only $300 to $1,000 monthly for security while spending $175,000 to $3 million on fuel, leaving vessels vulnerable to cyberattacks. A November 2025 incident saw hackers penetrate a vessel's AIS and CCTV systems. Hart emphasizes that saving hundreds of dollars on cybersecurity could result in billions in losses, with vessel downtime costing up to $100,000 daily.
