14 - 16 April 2025, Constanta, Romania
Maritime Cybersecurity in the European Union Framework
About The Course
The Maritime Cybersecurity Course is organised by
the Maritime Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence of the Constanta Maritime University
under the aegis of the European Security and Defence College
An essential three-day programme hosted by the Maritime Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence at the Constanta Maritime University. This comprehensive course is meticulously designed to equip participants with an in-depth understanding and practical skills in maritime cybersecurity, particularly within the EU context. Over the course of three days, participants will be immersed in a diverse range of topics, including the complexities of EU maritime cybersecurity policies, cutting-edge technological tools, and strategies for cyber threat identification and management.
Through a blend of expert-led classes, interactive workshops, and real-world case studies, this program aims to enhance participants capability to identify, analyse, and respond to evolving cybersecurity challenges in the maritime sector.
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“The White Paper on Defence outlines a clear path forward. […] Filling critical capability gaps, like drones, air defence, Artificial Intelligence, [or] cyber security, must be a priority.”
Kaja Kallas
High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy / Vice-President of the European Commission
Type of course
Specialised Training
Network
ESDC
Civilian Training Area / Military Training Discipline
Cybersecurity
Training Audience
Civilians, Military, Police
Audience Level
Operational, Political-strategic, Other, Strategic, Tactical
Certification
ESDC Certificate of Attendance
Languages
English
Participants
30
Fee
No fee
Meet Our Team
Programme Director
Training Manager

Gabriel Raicu
Rector, Maritime University of Constanta
President, Maritime Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence
Prof Gabriel Raicu is Rector of the Maritime University of Constanta (CMU). He spearheaded the creation of the first-ever maritime cybersecurity simulator and was instrumental in establishing the inaugural maritime sectoral CSIRT. Annually, in collaboration with the European Security and Defense College, he coordinates the BSCySeC#X conference series and the Cyber ETEE Summer School.
Prof Raicu holds a master’s degree in maritime engineering and a doctoral degree in cybernetics. His work in the domains of cybersecurity early warning with applications in the energy industry, the protection of critical maritime infrastructures, and developing cybersecurity infrastructures and logistics has been influential.
In addition to these responsibilities, he is the vice president of the Cybersecurity Cluster of Excellence (CYSCOE), an organisation that brings together businesses, public authorities, and academia to promote cybersecurity’s development and societal integration. Furthermore, he maintains leadership roles in a range of national and international cybersecurity organisations.

Giuseppe Zuffanti
Coordinator for Cyber issues and for the Cyber Education Training Exercise and Evaluation (ETEE) Platform
From October 2020, he is seconded from the Italian National Police of State to the European Security and Defence College (ESDC). He is the ‘Coordinator for Cyber issues and for the Cyber Education Training Exercise and Evaluation (ETEE) Platform’ and his responsibilities cover, among others, the coordination between Cyber ETEE providers. His main goal: contributing to the training programme and conceptual documents, supporting the implementation of ESDC courses with a focus on cyber security/cybercrime/NIS/external relations, cooperating with relevant services in the EU-Institutions, the EEAS and EU Agencies. Furthermore he is the focal point for the ‘European External Action Service Knowledge Management Working Group – Peace, Security and Defence (PSD) lessons process’, responsible for the ‘ESDC internal Lessons Learnt process, annual meetings and Team Building’. Moreover he supports the implementation of the Cyber Defence Policy Framework 2.0 (EEAS is leading). Since 1992 he works for the Italian Ministry of Internal Affairs – Department of Public Security – National Police of State. He has worked in various positions and offices in the public order and safety sector of the Police of State, Italy where is also was the Director of the Digital Forensic Lab of Piedmont and Aosta Valley. He has also served as IT manager for informatics security policies at the Immigration Office in Turin. He worked at Postal and Communications Police – Piedmont and Aosta Valley as officer for eight years, preventing and combat Cyber Crime. He holds a Master’s Degree in Information Treatment Systems and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Scientifically Technologies from Computer Science Department of Turin, Italy. He holds the qualifying examination to Computer Science Engineers (state register) from Polytechnic University of Turin and a MSc in Engineering Management of Public Security from University of Naples Federico II, Italy. He is interested in the Artificial Intelligence area and for that reason, he developed his thesis in the area of the Mobile Robots after three years of research under the Lagrange Project, Turin.
Pre-Course e-Learning Modules

AKU 55
The EU Strategic Compass
Mandatory
AKU 105
Cyber Situational Awareness for Decision Makers
Mandatory
Course Schedule
Day 1
14 April, 2025
08:30 - 09:00
Registration
09:00 - 10:00
Welcome Address
Dr. Gabriel Raicu, Rector, Constanta Maritime University & President, Maritime Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Romania
Mr. Giuseppe Zuffanti, Coordinator for cyber issues and for the Cyber ETEE Platform – National Expert, European Security and Defence College (ESDC), Brussels
Informal Tour-de-Table and group photo
10:00 - 11:00
Session 1: Understanding Maritime Cybersecurity in the EU Context
Lecturer: Prof. Gelu Batrinca, Constanta Maritime University
11:00 - 11:20
Coffee break
11:20 - 12:20
Session 2: Cybersecurity Strategy, Regulatory Frameworks and Policy Implications
Lecturer: Dr. Nicu Iancu, Vice-President, MARCYSCOE
12:20 - 13:20
Session 3: Cybersecurity Onboard Ships. Case Studies
Lecturer: MSc. Diana Popescu, MARCYSCOE
13:20 - 14:30
Lunch break
14:30 - 16:00
Workshop 1: Securing Maritime Logistics and Cybersecurity Solutions
Lecturers: Prof. Radu Hazu, Vice-Rector, CMU
16:00 - 16:20
Coffee break
16:20 - 17:20
Session 4: Enhancing Maritime Cybersecurity Through Integrated Quality Assurance Standards
Lecturer: Prof. Costel Stanca, CMU
17:20 - 17:30
Day 1 Wrap Up
Day 2
15 April, 2025
08:30 - 09:00
Registration
09:00 - 10:00
Session 5: Emerging Threats and Responses in Maritime Security
Lecturer: Mr Ronald Bearse, MPA, Ronald S. Bearse Gobal Associates, Inc.
10:00 - 11:00
Session 6: Cybersecurity Certification and Case Studies: From Principles to Practice
Lecturer: Dr. John McCarthy, CEO, Oxford Systems
11:00 - 11:20
Coffee break
11:20 - 12:20
Session 7: Leveraging Cyber Ranges for Maritime Cybersecurity Training and Resilience
Lecturer: Prof. Gabriel Raicu, President&Director, MARCYSCOE
12:20 - 12:40
Discussion on the Day 2 Topics
12:40 - 14:00
Lunch break
14:00 - 15:30
Workshop 2: Cyber Threat Identification and Analysis
Lecturer: Prof. Gabriel Raicu, Rector, CMU
15:30 - 15:50
Coffee break
15:50 - 16:50
Session 7: Fostering Maritime Cybersecurity Cooperation
Lecturer:
16:50 - 17:00
Day 2 Wrap Up
Day 3
16 April, 2025
08:30 - 09:00
Registration
09:00 - 10:00
Session 8: Navigating a Simulated Maritime Cybersecurity Crisis
Lecturer: Prof. Anastasia Duse, CMU
10:00 - 11:00
Session 9: Enhancing Cybersecurity in Port Operations and Management
Lecturer: MSc. Lauretiu Pricop, Romanian Naval Authority
11:00 - 11:20
Coffee break
11:20 - 12:20
Session 10: Advancing Maritime Cybersecurity Through University Education and Training
Lecturer: Dr. Nicu Iancu, Vice-President, MARCYSCOE
12:20 - 12:40
Discussion on the Day 3 Topics
12:40 - 14:00
Lunch break
14:00 - 15:30
Workshop 3: Quantum Technologies for Maritime Cybersecurity Innovation
Lecturer: Prof. Sorin Sintea, CMU
15:30 - 15:50
Coffee break
15:50 - 16:50
Closing Remarks and Certificate Awarding Ceremony
Dr. Gabriel Raicu, Rector, Constanta Maritime University & President, Maritime Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Romania
Mr. Giuseppe Zuffanti, Coordinator for cyber issues and for the Cyber ETEE Platform – National Expert, European Security and Defence College (ESDC), Brussels
Venue
2 Cuartului Street, Constanta, Romania
Nautical Base, Constanta Maritime University