Westermo achieves IEC 62443-4-1 certification, demonstrating commitment to cybersecurity

Västerås, Sweden, September 25, 2024 – Westermo, a leading provider of industrial data communication solutions, proudly announces its achievement of the IEC 62443-4-1 certification. This certification is a significant milestone, reflecting the company’s dedication to enhancing cybersecurity in mission critical networks. The IEC 62443-4-1 standard focuses on the secure product development lifecycle requirements, ensuring that companies have robust processes in place to develop secure products. Achieving the IEC 62443-4-1 certification is a clear indicator of Westermo’s maturity in internal processes. The company has now reached maturity level 2, demonstrating that documentation and routines are qualified to ensure cybersecurity. This milestone shows that Westermo is not only growing but also evolving to meet the highest standards of security. Westermo has documented and ensured that all necessary routines are in place. Process implementation is already underway, which means that every product developed by Westermo is designed with security in mind. This proactive approach is intended to secure customers’ processes to ensure that their information remains safe. By achieving this certification, Westermo underscores its commitment to taking cybersecurity seriously. The company’s products are integral to systems where security is of utmost importance. This certification demonstrates that Westermo is dedicated to protecting its customers’ information and ensuring the highest level of security in its products. “We are proud to receive the IEC 62443-4-1 certification,” says Johan Malmström, Cyber Security Product Owner at Westermo. “This achievement shows that we take cybersecurity seriously and are committed to ensuring that our customers’ information is secure. Our products are used in mission critical systems, and this certification is a testament to our dedication to providing secure and reliable solutions.” Westermo’s achievement of the IEC 62443-4-1 certification is a significant step forward in the company’s mission to provide secure industrial networking solutions. This certification not only enhances the company’s credibility but also assures customers that Westermo is committed to the highest standards of cybersecurity. Building on this success, the company’s next goal is to achieve the IEC 62443-4-2 certification for its major product lines, further solidifying the dedication to secure industrial networking.

About Westermo Westermo provides a full range of industrial data communication solutions for demanding applications in the transport, water and energy sectors. For more than 45 years, Westermo has been at the cutting edge of technological development, often pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible. Westermo has a local presence in more than 40 countries to provide the best possible support. Further information at www.westermo.com.