Dubai, United Arab Emirates, - Tuesday, April 12th 2011 [ME NewsWire]
In an effort to reinforce the integrity and security of its technology-driven operations, premier port operator DP World, UAE Region has teamed up with the UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA), represented by the UAE Computer Emergency Response Team (aeCERT), to defend against cyber attacks on mission critical computer applications.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) defining the key areas of cooperation was signed today (April 12) by Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, DP World UAE Region, and HE Mohamed Nasser Al Ghanim, Director General, TRA.
The MoU calls for collaboration between the two parties in the fields of information security, covering aspects such as the provision of early warning and notification of threats and vulnerabilities in order to detect, prevent and respond to the broader set of cyber security threats such as hacking, viruses and corruption on the Internet.
The work will be carried out in phases. The first phase will involve an appraisal of DP World, UAE Region’s current state of readiness against cyber attacks. The next phase will be to harness the collective knowledge of CERT to strengthen the port operator’s defences through the use of latest tools and firewalls. DP World, UAE Region and CERT will also participate in sharing of knowledge and research into new realms of IT that will mitigate different scenarios that potentially compromise the integrity of the information system.
Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, DP World UAE Region, said:
“As the largest, busiest and technologically most advanced port operator in the Middle East, DP World, UAE Region needs computer applications that are 100 per cent reliable and dependable round the clock. Consequently, the integrity and security of our information systems are of paramount importance. We are confident that the experience and expertise that CERT brings will help us address all our cyber security concerns and deliver the best service possible to our customers.”
HE Mohamed Nasser Al Ghanim, Director General, TRA, said:“The TRA is eager to provide a fully-fledged cyber security infrastructure that safeguards the ICT sector in the UAE. In parallel with aeCERT, the Authority works on utilizing the latest technological advancements and field expertise. This MoU offers DP World the opportunity to benefit from the aeCERT services; delivering guidance, tutoring, awareness, responsive monitoring research and analysis.”
“Dubai’s ports are strategic national economic assets that need a resilient and vigilant IT infrastructure against cyber attacks. Our collaboration with DP World, UAE Region aims to find the ways and means to proactively combat any such incidents and protect the confidentiality and quality of their operations. This MoU is in line with the TRA’s goal of building a secure and safe cyber culture in the UAE.”
aeCERT was established by the TRA in 2008 as the cyber security coordination centre for the UAE.
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About DP World
DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world, with 49 terminalsand 9 new developments and major expansions across 31 countries(1). Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.
DP World aims to enhance customers’ supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo.
The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.
In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 16 consecutive years.
In 2010, DP World handled around 50 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia. With a pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East, capacity is expected to rise to around 92 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.
www.dpworld.com
(1) As of 11 February 2011
About TRA
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been established according to the UAE Federal Law by Decree No. 3 of 2003 – Telecom Law. TRA is responsible for the management of every aspect of the telecommunications and information technology industries in the UAE. Despite its relatively short life-span, TRA has exceeded expectations by achieving its projected goals in record time.
TRA derives the objectives of the Code of the telecommunications sector and its senior executive and policy for the telecommunications sector. These goals ensure secure communications services throughout the State, and delivery of improved services, including the quality and diversity, and ensure the quality of services in conformity with the terms of the license by the licensor, and the promotion of telecommunications services and information technology in the state, and the promotion of the telecommunications sector and development of the country through training and development and the establishment of training institutions relevant to the sector, as well as to find solutions to disputes that may arise between the licensed operators, and establish and implement a framework for policies and regulations, and the promotion of modern technology, and contribute to the development of human resources in the state, and to promote research and development, including guarantees of the United Arab Emirates a regional role of an advanced leadership in the field of telecommunications and information technology.
www.tra.gov.ae
Contacts
Natasha Bukhari
Global Corporate Communications Manager
DP World
+97156 6821699
Natasha.Bukhari@dpworld.com
Sanaa Maadad
Director, Media
Hasaad Communications
+97150 5522610
sana@hasaad.ae
Ms. Huda Al Mutawa
Director, Corporate Communications Affair
UAE Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA)
Abu-Dhabi, UAE
+9712-6118250
huda.almutawa@tra.gov.ae
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