Carbon ThreeSixty Cyber Essentials Plus Renewal

Carbon ThreeSixty Fortifies Aerospace and Defence Standing with Cyber Essentials Plus Renewal

Carbon ThreeSixty, the leading specialist in advanced composite structures, has announced the successful renewal of its Cyber Essentials Plus certification.  The achievement underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to digital security and its proactive approach to safeguarding sensitive data within the global aerospace and defence supply chains.

The recertification process was supported by Mintivo, Carbon ThreeSixty’s strategic cybersecurity partner.  Based in the South West, Mintivo provides the managed IT services and cybersecurity expertise that allow Carbon ThreeSixty to maintain a robust, resilient infrastructure capable of defending against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

A Rigorous Standard for High-Stakes Manufacturing

While the standard Cyber Essentials certification relies on a self-assessment, Cyber Essentials Plus involves a rigorous, hands-on technical audit.  An independent assessor verified that Carbon ThreeSixty’s internal systems — including firewalls, access controls, and malware protection — effectively meet the high standards set by the UK Government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).

For Carbon ThreeSixty, which specialises in “turnkey” design and manufacture of complex structures like all-composite helicopter wheels and armored vehicle components and more, the certification is more than a badge of honor; it is a critical business enabler.

What This Means for Carbon ThreeSixty

The renewal of this certification carries significant strategic weight for the company:

• Defence Contract Eligibility: Cyber Essentials Plus is a mandatory requirement for many Ministry of Defence (MOD) contracts. This renewal ensures Carbon ThreeSixty remains eligible to bid for and execute high-value tenders involving sensitive or classified information.
• Supply Chain Trust: As a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier to global aerospace giants, Carbon ThreeSixty handles proprietary intellectual property. This certification provides verified assurance to partners that their data is protected by industry-leading security controls.
• Operational Resilience: By working with Mintivo to meet these standards, the company minimises the risk of operational downtime caused by common cyberattacks like phishing or ransomware, ensuring that production schedules for critical aerospace components remain on track.

“Maintaining Cyber Essentials Plus is vital in a sector where security is non-negotiable,” noted Will Battrick at Carbon ThreeSixty. “With Mintivo’s support, we are not just ticking a compliance box; we are reinforcing the digital foundations of our innovation.”