Cyber resilience is under attack. As global supply chains become increasingly hyperconnected, the convergence of Operational Technology (OT), IT, AI, and Industrial IoT (IIoT) is exposing new vulnerabilities. The Netherlands, a key hub for maritime logistics, energy, and critical infrastructure, is at the centre of these risks, facing a growing wave of cyber threats—from state-sponsored attacks targeting essential industries to ransomware crippling supply chains.
Compounding these risks is the evolving geopolitical landscape, where supply chain dependencies, trade disputes, and fears of kill switches in foreign-manufactured technology are reshaping national security strategies. As nations restrict technology exports, implement cybersecurity trade controls, and seek digital sovereignty, industries must navigate an era of escalating cyber threats, economic uncertainty, and regulatory fragmentation.
🔹 What We Will Cover
In this session, we will examine how cyber threats, regulatory misalignment, and emerging risks are actively attacking resilience in global supply chains—and how we can ensure cross-border cyber resilience.
1. How Cyber Threats Attack Resilience in the Netherlands & Beyond – Case studies of cyber-physical attacks on the Port of Rotterdam, Maeslantkering storm surge barrier, and energy distribution hubs, highlighting the growing risks to OT supply chains and critical infrastructure.
2. The Impact of Regulatory Misalignment on Cyber Resilience – How conflicting cybersecurity frameworks, including NIS2 & DORA (EU), IEC 62443 & DNV Cyber Security Notation (global OT & maritime standards), NIST CSF 2.0 & EO 14017 (U.S.) and CCSPA & NCSS (Canada), create gaps in supply chain security and regulatory blind spots attackers exploit.
3. Emerging Threats: AI-Powered Cyber Attacks, IoT Exploits, and Supply Chain Sabotage – How deepfake scams, AI-driven ransomware, and hyperconnected IIoT are eroding resilience in maritime, energy, water, and industrial operations, increasing risk of systemic cyber failures.
4. Reframing Cyber Resilience in Hyperconnected Supply Chains – Establishing an ecosystem-wide strategy that unites government, industry, and academia to enhance cyber resilience across global supply chains through collaborative intelligence sharing, threat response, and workforce development.
As cyber threats intensify and geopolitical tensions shape digital security policies, organizations must proactively defend against attacks on resilience. Join us to explore how governments, industries, and academia can work together to rebuild and strengthen cyber resilience across borders.
📌 Will our national security and critical infrastructure be ready when cyber resilience comes under attack?
