Les saken på norsk In collaboration with Sopra Steria and Fremtidens Industri, the NORDSEC cluster recently held a course focused on how organizations can strengthen their security practices by implementing international standards. This was the second in a three-part course series, bringing together participants from various industries and sectors to explore how to enhance security and compliance through practical tools and proven frameworks. Course holders Andreas Grefsrud, Simen Forsjord and Magnus Ivarsson, Sopra Steria. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/NORDSEC Threats, standards, and real-world security Andreas Grefsrud kicked off the course with an overview of today’s threat landscape and strategies for building systems that both prevent and respond to attacks. Magnus Ivarsson demonstrated how maturity assessments and gap analyses can uncover vulnerabilities—and how to close them. Simen Forsjord walked participants through Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and how to safeguard critical functions during a crisis. The course concluded with Anders Vedul presenting the PDCA method—a hands-on approach to continuous improvement in security work. Through group work, experience sharing, and reflection, participants received practical tools they can apply to strengthen security within their own organizations. A valuable and practical course “I appreciated the practical and pragmatic approach, using simple tools,” said Geir Trønnes, who attended the course. Trønnes is Head of Sales and Business Development at Skala Fabrikk AS. Skala’s robotic systems are already helping industrial companies make their production processes more reliable, scalable, and efficient. The subsidiary Skala Robotech AS works with everyone from innovative startups to some of Norway’s most established industrial players. “This course makes knowledge and methodology accessible to more people by breaking it down from the often complex and text-heavy standards,” Trønnes added. Geir Trønnes, Skala Fabrikker AS. Photo: Lars Bugge Aarset/NORDESC Next course: Sector-specific security requirements – May 14 The final course in the series, Sector-specific security requirements, will be held on May 14, 2025. This course can be taken independently and is relevant for anyone working with security and compliance across industries. Practical details: 🕙 Date and time: May 14, 2025, 10:00–14:00 📍 Location: Sopra Steria, Brattørkaia 17A, Trondheim 💰 Price: – NOK 700 for members of NORDSEC, Ocean Autonomy Cluster, Aquatech Cluster, Agritech Cluster, FI Ocean Space Incubator, and FI Næringshage – NOK 1400 for non-members Read more and attend course May 14
NORDSEC, in collaboration with Sopra Steria, Certes, and Fremtidens Industri, has organized the first of three courses focusing on security in an increasingly unpredictable world. The first course brought together participants from various sectors to provide them with a deeper understanding of today’s threat landscape and the necessary measures to protect businesses against digital and physical threats. The second and third courses will be held in April and May. Read more and attend next course (in Norwegian)
The course is conducted in Norwegian. NORDSEC, i samarbeid med Sopra Steria, Certes og Fremtidens Industri, inviterer til kurs i helhetlig og grunnleggende sikkerhetsopplæring. Gjennom tre frittstående moduler får deltakerne en solid forståelse av sikkerhetsprinsipper, trusselvurdering og krav til etterlevelse av internasjonale standarder. Kurset gir praktiske verktøy for å styrke sikkerheten i egen organisasjon og tilpasse seg dagens trusselbilde. Les mer og meld deg på
Maritime Robotics recently completed a trial focused on improving maritime security through the integration of advanced technologies and strategic collaboration. This trial proved how combining satellite imaging, aerial support, and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) can provide an effective surveillance and monitoring system. The trial started with satellite imaging, which allowed for the detection of unidentified objects heading towards a restricted maritime area. This early warning system prompted the use of aerial support to investigate further. By combining data from satellites with visuals from aircraft, potential risks can be identified before posing any significant danger. Upon detection of any suspicious activity, the Maritime Robotics' uncrewed surface vessel is deployed to conduct a more comprehensive examination of the area. Using advanced sonar technology, the USV carefully maps out the underwater area of the restricted zone in search of potential hidden hazards. This detailed mapping not only ensures safety but also revealed the precise location and depth of the unidentified object. The USV also launches a specially designed underwater drone for closer inspection. This drone provides live video footage, giving operators a clear vision of the unidentified object on the seabed. Thanks to the accurate geolocation abilities of these technologies, informed decisions can be made quickly in response to potential threats. Read full article
Are you doing enough to close the security holes? A survey by IBM shows that industrial and technology companies are hackers' main targets. Now Fremtidens Industri is mapping the vulnerability amongst cluster members. - At the same time, as many companies have increased their use of ICT, paradoxically, fewer resources are allocated to digital security. A lack of competence in digital security makes companies vulnerable to digital attackers who want to obtain attractive business-sensitive information, security advisor Aida Angell from FI explains. She leads the work on the survey, which will reveal the level of knowledge and areas for measures within digital security at the small and medium-sized companies associated with the clusters OAC, RENERGY, MIDSEC, NCE Aquatech Cluster, and Agritech Cluster. The purpose of the survey is to lay the foundations for a main project that will work more closely with the companies and contribute to the companies in the target group themselves developing good security strategies and measures for their company, carrying out simplified vulnerability analyses, and establishing and developing a good security culture among the employees. - We hope as many as possible take the time to answer this survey. The questions will provide better awareness of one's own safety culture. And then it is very important for me to emphasize that all information is treated confidentially and will only be used for statistical purposes, says Angell. In addition, workshops and meeting places on digital security will be arranged—more information to come. The survey takes approx. 10 minutes and can be answered by anyone. If you have questions about the preliminary project or digital security, contact Aida Angell at aida@fi-nor.no Go to survey