Cyber threats to maritime navigation

As maritime navigation systems become more digitally connected, they are increasingly exposed to cyber threats that can disrupt positioning, navigation and timing data. Technologies such as GNSS and ECDIS are critical to safe vessel operations, but interference with these systems can impact situational awareness and increase risk at sea.

This report examines how cyber threats are affecting maritime navigation systems and why organisations must understand and manage these risks as part of safe, resilient maritime operations.

Key insights

• Maritime navigation systems are a growing target for cyber disruption
• GNSS jamming and spoofing can interfere with vessel positioning
• Cyber incidents affecting navigation may not be immediately visible
• Navigation cyber risk has direct safety and operational implications