Durham, North Carolina, USA, October 21st / PRNewswire / -- The International Automation Association ( ISA ) announced that NineTenths Company has officially joined ISASecure ®. ISASecure is a globally recognized certification program used to verify the compliance of industrial automation and control systems ( IACS ) with the ISA / IEC 62443 series of standards.
NineTenths is a technology company headquartered in Saudi Arabia, focusing on advanced industrial solutions, including drone systems, robotics, infrastructure inspection, measurement, and operational technologies (OT) cybersecurity. The company serves industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, energy, water and wastewater treatment, manufacturing, and other critical infrastructure sectors. By combining emerging technologies with professional engineering capabilities, it aims to enhance operational efficiency, security, and resilience. NineTenths uses ISA / IEC 62443 as the framework for its OT cybersecurity services, which cover cybersecurity management systems, risk-based assessments, regional and channel security requirements, industrial system security requirements, and security product development practices.
ISA indicates that this new collaboration will provide NineTenths with the opportunity to further strengthen its commitment to advancing OT network security in Saudi Arabia and the broader Gulf region. Building on its compliance with internationally recognized ISA / IEC 62443 standards, joining ISASecure will give NineTenths the chance to interact with global cybersecurity experts, industrial automation suppliers, and certification bodies. It will also enable NineTenths to expand its capabilities and enhance the resilience of its customers' operations as well as their level of cybersecurity preparedness.
"We serve sectors such as government, public safety, construction, infrastructure, and energy. Our commitment to quality and safety is backed by internationally recognized certifications and manufacturer qualifications," said Naif AlZahrani, Vice President of Operations at NineTenths. "We continuously focus on OT network security from task initiation to maintenance, ensuring coverage throughout the entire OT security lifecycle. We look forward to joining ISASecure and continuing to support organizations in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in adopting cutting-edge technologies that are in line with Saudi Arabia's 2030 Vision."
"We are honored to welcome NineTenths to join the ISASecure project," said Mark DeAngelo, the project manager of ISASecure. "We look forward to cooperating with NineTenths to advance our mission, which focuses on partnership, certification, and standard-based product development, in order to help create a safer world."
Regarding ISASecure ®
ISASecure ® was established in 2007 by the International Automation Association ( ISA ). It is a globally recognized certification program that provides security for industrial automation control systems ( IACS ). By strictly adhering to the ISA / IEC 62443 series of standards, the ISASecure certification can verify whether products and supplier practices meet internationally recognized OT security benchmarks. ISASecure is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ISA.
The global ecosystem of ISASecure includes companies such as Chevron, ExxonMobil, GlaxoSmithKline, Saudi Aramco, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Trinon Technologies, and Yokogawa Electric.
For more information, please visit isasecure.org.
About NineTenths
NineTenths was established in 2019 and is a technology company headquartered in Saudi Arabia that helps organizations in various industries improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and make data-driven decisions. NineTenths is supported by a team composed of Saudi engineers, programmers, and R&D experts. With these professional capabilities, the company is able to design, customize, and deploy advanced drone solutions that meet real operational needs. NineTenths supports organizations in adopting cutting-edge technologies that are in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
About ISA
The International Automation Association ( ISA ) is a non-profit professional association founded in 1945, with the aim of creating a better world through automation. The mission of ISA is to empower the global automation community through standard setting and knowledge sharing. ISA develops widely used global standards and compliance assessment programs, provides certification, education, and training for professionals, publishes books and technical articles, organizes conferences and exhibitions, and offers communication and career development programs for members and customers worldwide. For more information, please visit www.isa.org.
