Guidance

Implementing the Network and Information Systems Directive in the transport sector

Practical information for essential transport services on implementing the 2016 Network and Information Systems (NIS) Directive.

• From: Department for Transport
• Published: 17 May 2018
• Last updated: 18 December 2018 — See all updates

Documents

Implementation of the NIS Directive: DfT guidance version 1.1

PDF, 469 KB, 48 pages

This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology.

Request an accessible format.

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a version of this document in a more accessible format, please email webmasterdft@dft.gov.uk. Please tell us what format you need. It will help us if you say what assistive technology you use.

Details

The guidance:

• is designed to assist the transport sector with compliance with the NIS Regulations
• explains the responsibilities of organisations that will be designated as operators of essential services (OES)
• explains the roles and responsibilities of the competent authorities designated for oversight and enforcement of the NIS Regulations

The NIS Directive and regulations are designed to increase the security of network and information systems that support the provision of essential services within the transport, water, energy, health and digital infrastructure sectors.

Published 17 May 2018
Last updated 18 December 2018 + show all updates

1. 18 December 2018

   Guidance updated with minor updates and amendments throughout for clarity, plus the removal of timeline (5.11) and Annex G.

2. 17 May 2018

   First published.