Agreement between S2 Grupo and Navantia to reinforce naval cyberdefense and strengthen European technological sovereignty

At S2 Grupo, we are constantly working to offer advanced cybersecurity solutions that protect critical infrastructures and reinforce technological sovereignty. We are pleased to announce the signing of a strategic agreement with Navantia, an international benchmark in military shipbuilding, to develop fully European cyberdefense capabilities that ensure the security of state-of-the-art naval platforms.

Advancing naval cyberdefense

This agreement, signed within the framework of the XVIII STIC CCN-CERT Conference | VI Cyber Defense ESPDEF-CERT Conference, seeks to strengthen Europe's strategic autonomy and Spain's technological sovereignty. Cyber defense is a key element in modern conflicts, where cyberspace has become an essential operational domain that precedes even physical hostilities. In this context, equipping the Armed Forces with advanced cyber defense capabilities is essential to accompany the digital transformation of defense.

Through this collaboration, we will ensure that Navantia's naval platforms and systems, recognized worldwide for their quality and innovation, have cybersecurity solutions developed from Europe. These capabilities will provide comprehensive protection against cyber threats, strengthening both collective security and the resilience of critical infrastructures.

Alignment with the EU Strategic Compass.

Our collaboration with Navantia is perfectly aligned with the objectives of the European Union's Strategic Compass, an action plan that seeks to reduce dependence on foreign technologies and strengthen the capacity to respond to cyber threats and hybrid conflicts. This European framework reinforces the need to work with sovereign solutions that contribute to the security and technological autonomy of our region.

Key innovations of the agreement

• Protection by design: We will incorporate cyber defense capabilities from the initial design phases of naval platforms, using digital twins to simulate and mitigate cyber risks prior to operation.
• Operational training: The use of digital twins will also allow us to train crews in cyber threat management, improving their operational readiness and ensuring an effective response.
• Commitment to technological sovereignty: This agreement reinforces the commitment to the development of fully European solutions, contributing to technological independence in a strategic sector.
• Strategic impact: The partnership strengthens the European Defense Technological and Industrial Base (EDTIB) and ensures the resilience of critical infrastructures.

A commitment to security and innovation

This agreement represents a milestone in our commitment to collective security and the protection of democratic values in Europe. Together with Navantia, we remain committed to the digital transformation of defense and the development of sovereign capabilities that guarantee the protection of our naval forces and strengthen Europe's technological autonomy. This is one more step towards a safer and more resilient future.