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World Class Maintenance, Gent University en Howest University of Applied Sciences organiseren in het kader van het Interreg-project Offshore For Sure een reeks van 8 masterclasses over essentiële thema’s binnen assetmanagement, specifiek toegespitst op de offshore windsector. Het Offshore For Sure -project versnelt de regionale energietransitie en stimuleert de duurzame blauwe economie door innovatieve offshore-energieoplossingen te ontwikkelen, te testen en te valoriseren in nauwe samenwerking tussen Belgische en Nederlandse kennisinstellingen, technologieontwikkelaars en maatschappelijke organisaties.
De reeks masterclasses omvat onderwerpen als Industrial / OT Security, Design for Maintenance, Digital Twins, IT Architecture, AI & Robotics, Data Analytics, Failure Analysis en Inspection, Monitoring & Maintenance. De masterclasses vinden vanaf januari 2026 maandelijks plaats in de laatste week van de maand, afwisselend in Vlaanderen en Nederland. De eerste masterclass, gehost door Howest, gaat over Industrial / OT Security en vindt plaats op 28 januari 2026 in Brugge.
Wat kun je verwachten?
Een verdiepend middagseminar over OT/Industrial Security, met speciale aandacht voor offshore- en remote omgevingen. Tijdens deze sessie behandelen we waarom OT-beveiliging cruciaal is, welke risico’s er spelen en hoe je weerbaarheid kunt opbouwen. Verwacht praktijkvoorbeelden, inzichten in regelgeving en perspectieven op maritieme cybersecurity.
Voor wie?
Professionals werkzaam in OT, industriële beveiliging, energie-infrastructuur en offshore projecten, en iedereen die geïnteresseerd is in cybersecurity voor operationele omgevingen.
Programma (12:30 – 17:30)
12:30 – 13:30: Welcome, Sandwiches and Networking
13:30 – 14:00: Session start, Intro to this masterclass and Overview of the Offshore For Sure project
14:00 – 14:45: OT Security – What is it, Why is it important, What are the Risks & Some Hacking Examples
14:45 – 15:30: Building Cyber Resilience: Protection Measures, Blue Teaming, SOC/Monitoring
15:30 – 15:45: Coffee/Tea and Refreshments
15:45 – 16:15: Secure Remote Access / Network Segmentation / Link with Maritime Cybersecurity @Howest
16:15 – 16:45: Regulation and Compliance: NIS2 / CyFun
16:45 – 17:30: Discussion and Q&A
Waarom deelnemen?
Verdiep je kennis over OT-security uitdagingen en oplossingen.
Leer over compliance-eisen en de nieuwste onderzoeksresultaten op het gebied van maritieme cybersecurity.
Locatie: Howest Campus Brugge Station – Gebouw A
Datum: 28 januari 2026
Taal: Engels, of Nederlands indien alle deelnemers Nederlandstalig zijn
Deelname: Gratis (voor toekomstige masterclasses uit deze reeks kan een deelnamebijdrage worden gevraagd)
Meld je aan via onderstaand aanmeldformulier.
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*** English translation ***
World Class Maintenance, Gent University, and Howest University of Applied Sciences are organizing a series of 8 masterclasses as part of the Interreg project Offshore For Sure. These masterclasses address key topics in asset management, with a focus on the offshore wind sector. The Offshore For Sure project accelerates the regional energy transition and promotes a sustainable blue economy by developing, testing, and valorizing innovative offshore energy solutions in close collaboration between Belgian and Dutch knowledge institutions, technology developers, and civil society organizations.
The series covers Industrial / OT Security, Design for Maintenance, Digital Twins, IT Architecture, AI & Robotics, Data Analytics, Failure Analysis, and Inspection, Monitoring & Maintenance. The sessions will be held monthly from January 2026, alternating between Flanders and the Netherlands. The first masterclass, hosted by Howest, focuses on Industrial / OT Security and will take place on 28 January 2026 in Bruges.
What is it?
An in-depth afternoon seminar on OT/Industrial Security, with a focus on offshore and remote environments. We’ll discuss why OT security matters, the risks involved, and practical solutions for building resilience. Expect real-world examples, regulatory insights, and maritime cybersecurity perspectives.
Who is it for?
Professionals in OT, industrial security, energy infrastructure, and offshore projects, as well as anyone interested in cybersecurity for operational environments.
Programme (12:30 – 17:30)
12:30 – 13:30: Welcome, Sandwiches and Networking
13:30 – 14:00: Session start, Intro to this masterclass and Overview of the Offshore For Sure project
14:00 – 14:45: OT Security – What is it, Why is it important, What are the Risks & Some Hacking Examples
14:45 – 15:30: Building Cyber Resilience: Protection Measures, Blue Teaming, SOC/Monitoring
15:30 – 15:45: Coffee/Tea and Refreshments
15:45 – 16:15: Secure Remote Access / Network Segmentation / Link with Maritime Cybersecurity @Howest
16:15 – 16:45: Regulation and Compliance: NIS2 / CyFun
16:45 – 17:30: Discussion and Q&A
Why attend?
Gain actionable insights into OT security challenges and solutions.
Learn about compliance requirements and cutting-edge research in maritime cybersecurity.
Location: Howest Campus Brugge Station – Building A
Date: 28 January 2026
Language: English, or Dutch in case all participants speak Dutch
Fee: Free (for future masterclasses in this series a participation fee may be asked)
Registration via the form below.