Global Critical Infrastructure Protection Market to grow by 3%.

Increased investment in critical infrastructure protection has become a priority for companies operating in sectors such as energy, gas, telecommunications and utilities. Cyber-attacks on these infrastructures have become more sophisticated and complex in recent years, leading to business continuity issues and disruption to operations. Faced with this situation, companies are investing in protection solutions to safeguard the integrity of their infrastructures and minimise the risks of cyber-attacks.

According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the global critical infrastructure protection market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 3.3 % and reach a value of $143 billion by 2023. Furthermore, the figure is expected to increase to $162.5 billion by 2027. This growth is mainly driven by the software segment, which will see the largest increase in investment.

The use of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in critical infrastructure protection software is a growing trend. These technologies enable proactive detection and remediation of suspicious activity and invasive, unauthorised access requests on enterprise networks. This is critical to prevent and mitigate potential cyber-attacks before they cause significant damage. However, another key segment of the critical infrastructure protection market is threat intelligence, which gathers and analyses information about malicious activity from multiple sources in order to make response and remediation decisions.

Specialised critical infrastructure protection solutions and services

In this context some of the leading providers in the area of critical infrastructure protection, according to MarketsandMarkets research, are BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Northrop Grumman, Honeywell, Airbus, Thales, Hexagon AB, Johnson Controls and Huawei. These companies offer specialised critical infrastructure protection solutions and services, including intrusion detection and prevention systems, threat monitoring, security analysis and incident management.

Critical infrastructure protection has become essential in an increasingly digital and connected world. These infrastructures are vital to the functioning of society and the economy, and their security is a concern for both the public and private sectors. Cyber-attacks on critical infrastructures can have serious consequences, such as the disruption of energy supply, the paralysis of essential public services or the loss of sensitive data. Companies that manage these infrastructures are therefore investing in advanced protection solutions to minimise risks and ensure their business continuity.

In addition to technological solutions, critical infrastructure protection also requires proper information security management and a culture of cybersecurity in organisations. This involves the implementation of security policies and procedures as well as employee training and awareness.