AssetWatch, a provider of AI-powered condition monitoring and predictive maintenance solutions, successfully completed its SOC 2 Type 2 audit in April. The audit is an independent assessment that verifies a company has implemented and consistently maintained effective cybersecurity and data protection controls over an extended period.

For clients, this provides assurance that the company follows recognised security practices such as access management, monitoring, incident response, and data protection, and that these controls have been tested by a third-party auditor. The SOC 2 Type 2 audit is widely recognised as a strong indicator of operational security maturity and trustworthiness.

“This is an important milestone for our team and a reflection of the discipline and rigour we bring to every aspect of our operations,” said Matt Longhouse, Chief Technology Officer at AssetWatch. “Our customers trust us with operational data, and this certification reinforces our commitment to safeguarding that trust with proven, enterprise-grade security practices.”

The independent audit examined AssetWatch’s infrastructure, software, policies, and procedures, confirming that the company adheres to industry best practices and maintains robust safeguards against evolving security risks.

As organisations increasingly prioritise data protection and compliance, AssetWatch’s SOC 2 Type 2 certification provides customers and partners with added confidence that their information is handled with the utmost care and integrity.

Cybersecurity has emerged as a major concern in the superyacht industry, with growing awareness of the need to strengthen digital resilience and protect onboard and operational systems.

The closest and most widely recognised equivalent in Europe is ISO/IEC 27001 from the International Organization for Standardization. This certification focuses on establishing and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS) and requires organisations to implement structured security controls, risk management processes, and continuous improvement practices.