Transport

An industry involved in the transportation of people and goods by various modes, such as air, land, and water.

Threats & Risks

Natural disasters

Natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, and storms can damage the transport infrastructure such as roads, airports, and railways, leading to disruptions in operations.

Accidents

Accidents involving transport vehicles or equipment can damage facilities and equipment, leading to operational downtime.

Equipment failure

Equipment such as cranes, loading docks, and conveyors are essential for the transport industry. Malfunctioning equipment can result in downtime, delays, and safety hazards.

Infrastructure failure

Failure of critical infrastructure such as bridges, tunnels, and power lines can cause delays, disruptions, and safety risks.

Supply chain disruptions

Disruptions in the supply chain due to transportation delays, damaged goods, or other issues can have significant impacts on facilities and operations.

Environmental hazards

The transport industry can also face environmental hazards like air and water pollution, hazardous material spills, and noise pollution, which can affect the health and safety of workers and the community.

Cyber-attacks on systems

With the increasing use of technology in transport, the risk of cyber-attacks is increasing. This could include attacks on critical infrastructure, such as traffic management systems, rail signaling systems, and aviation control systems.

Phishing attacks

Phishing is a form of social engineering where an attacker sends a fraudulent email, text message, or phone call to trick the recipient into providing sensitive information or downloading malicious software.

Ransomware attacks

Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts the victim's data and demands payment in exchange for the decryption key. Transport companies can be targeted by ransomware attacks, which can cause significant disruption to operations.

Insider threats

Insider threats are employees, contractors, or other insiders who have access to sensitive information and may use that access for malicious purposes, such as stealing data, sabotaging systems, or causing other damage.

Insider threats

Employees who have access to sensitive data may intentionally or unintentionally leak or steal the data, either through malicious intent or human error.

Third-party breaches

Third-party vendors and contractors who work with the transport company may experience a data breach, potentially putting the transport company's data at risk.

Hardware or software failures

Hardware or software failures can result in system downtime, leading to delays and cancellations of transport services.

Power outages

Power outages can affect the availability of IT systems, which can cause disruptions to transport operations.

Human error

Human error can result in system failures, such as accidental deletion of critical data, misconfiguration of systems, or improper handling of equipment.

Technical failures

Technical failures such as equipment breakdowns, power outages, and software glitches can cause significant disruptions to transport operations.

Labor disputes

Labor disputes such as strikes and lockouts can result in service disruptions, delays, and loss of revenue.

Economic downturns

Economic downturns can lead to reduced demand for transport services, which can affect profitability and operational capacity.

Regulatory compliance

Non-compliance with regulatory requirements can lead to fines, legal action, and reputational damage, affecting business continuity.

Supply chain disruptions

Supply chain disruptions such as delays in receiving goods and raw materials can affect operations, customer satisfaction, and revenue.

Standards Compliance Requirement

Standards	Requirement	Clauses
ISO 45001	Occupational Health & Safety management system	6.1.2.1 – Hazard identification 8.2 Emergency Preparedness and Response
ISO 14001	Environmental Management Standard	8.2 Emergency Preparedness and Response
ISO 27001:2022	Information Security Management System (ISMS)	5.24 – Information security incident management planning and preparation 5.26 Response to information security incidents
ISO 22301	Security and resilience	Clause:8 8.5 – Operations