Kalmar becomes first ports and terminals industry solution provider to receive cyber security certification for its automation system for all terminal equipment
CARGOTEC CORPORATION, TRADE PRESS RELEASE, 21 SEPTEMBER 2023 AT 10 AM (EEST)
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has been awarded IEC 62443-4-1 certification for its Kalmar One automation system. The system is developed by the Kalmar Technology and Competence Centre in Tampere, Finland.
IEC 62443-4-1 is part of a series of standards that specify the process requirements for the secure development of products used in industrial automation and control systems (IACS). It defines secure development life-cycle (SDL) requirements related to cyber security for products intended for use in IACS environments and provides guidance on how to meet the requirements described for each element.
The SDL process of the Kalmar One automation system was independently audited by Exida, a leading product certification company.
Timo Alho, Director, Product Management, Automation, Kalmar: “We are proud to be the first solution provider in our industry to achieve this certification, which demonstrates Kalmar's commitment to ensuring the highest level of security for its products and solutions. The certification provides additional peace of mind for Kalmar One customers by ensuring they have access to the latest patches and updates to ensure the security of their systems. It also demonstrates that the system has been developed in line with industry best practices.”
Further information for the press:
Timo Alho, Director, Product Management, Automation, Kalmar, tel. +358 20 777 5024, timo.alho@kalmarglobal.com
Maija Eklöf, Vice President, Marketing and Communications, Kalmar, tel. +358 20 777 4096, maija.eklof@kalmarglobal.com
Kalmar is the global leader in sustainable cargo handling for ports, terminals, distribution centres and heavy industry. With our extensive electric portfolio and global service network, we help our customers move towards safer, more eco-efficient and productive operations. Together, we develop innovative solutions that shape the future of our industry, improving our customers’ every move. www.kalmarglobal.com
Kalmar is part of Cargotec. Cargotec's (Nasdaq Helsinki: CGCBV) sales in 2022 totalled approximately EUR 4.1 billion and it employs around 11,700 people. www.cargotec.com
