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ASL Airlines

‍ASL Aviation Holdings is a leading global aviation group providing air cargo, passenger operations, and aircraft leasing services. With deep-rooted partnerships across express parcel integrators, postal networks, and major e-commerce companies, ASL is trusted worldwide for reliability and excellence. Operating a fleet of over 160 aircraft and employing 3,000 aviation professionals across 57 nationalities, ASL delivers consistent, high-quality aviation services across Europe, Australia, South Africa, Thailand, and India.

“Smarttech247 has enabled us to have an effective, comprehensive, and long-term cyber defence strategy.”
— Ian Brennan, Director of Innovation, ASL Aviation

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The Challenge: Safeguarding a Global Aviation Network

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The aviation industry faces constant targeting by highly sophisticated cyberattacks. For a growing organisation like ASL Aviation, the stakes are exceptionally high — any disruption can cause severe financial loss, reputational harm, and potential safety risks.

As ASL accelerated its digital transformation, the COVID-19 pandemic introduced new challenges around securing cloud infrastructure, protecting remote workers, and maintaining robust data protection. The company needed a tailored cybersecurity solution combining real-time threat intelligence, rapid incident response, and strong defensive capabilities across all operations.

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Smarttech247’s 24/7 MDR Solution for ASL Aviation

To meet these challenges, Smarttech247 implemented a comprehensive Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution designed to strengthen ASL Aviation’s global security posture. Our approach provided full visibility, proactive threat management, and continuous protection across all sites worldwide.

Key Components

  • 24/7 SOC Monitoring and Management: Continuous monitoring through a global Security Operations Centre powered by IBM QRadar SIEM, delivering real-time threat detection and response.
  • Comprehensive Threat and Vulnerability Management: Proactive scanning, prioritisation, and remediation to reduce risk exposure across all assets.
  • Security Auditing and GRC Integration: Ensuring compliance with aviation industry standards, regulations, and best practices through structured governance and auditing processes.
  • Holistic Cyber Defence Strategy: A layered, proactive framework that safeguards operations, data, and reputation in a constantly evolving threat landscape.