Critical Infrastructure Security

US Senate Introduces Wildfire and Grid Reliability Act to Fund Grid-Hardening and Wildfire-Risk Projects

The US Senate has introduced the Wildfire and Grid Reliability Act, proposing $150 billion in grants over ten years to fund utility grid-hardening and wildfire mitigation projects. If enacted, this signals a massive federal investment shift toward undergrounding lines, vegetation management, and advanced fault-detection technologies, creating significant opportunities for infrastructure and resilience planning.

6 Apr 2026, 19:06govinfo.govUnited States

US EPA Announces SDWA Section 1433 Webinars on Risk and Resilience Assessments and Emergency Response Plans

US EPA has scheduled compliance webinars to support community water systems facing mandatory five-year recertification deadlines for risk assessments and emergency plans throughout 2026. Regulated entities must prioritize cybersecurity and infrastructure resilience in their updates to meet evolving federal standards for critical water infrastructure protection.

6 Apr 2026, 16:35epa.govUnited States

Slovenia Mandates Draft Legal Bases on Energy Security and Essential-Goods Supply Resilience

Slovenia has launched a policy initiative to overhaul energy security and essential goods supply chains, targeting oil, gas, electricity, and agricultural inputs. Impacted firms should prepare for enhanced reporting on fuel stocks and a shift toward long-term supply mandates as the government prioritizes national resilience over market flexibility.

5 Apr 2026, 19:48gov.siSlovenia

Swedish Civil Defence Authority Updates "Transportskydd" Guidance On Security For Dangerous Goods Transport

The Swedish Civil Defence Authority (MCF) has issued updated guidance and practical tools for the security of dangerous goods transported by road and rail. Operators across the supply chain should use these revised checklists and risk assessments to ensure compliance with ADR/RID security plan and training requirements.

4 Apr 2026, 10:58mcf.seSweden

Washington Ecology Seeks Comment On Draft Dam Safety Policy and Interpretive Statement

Washington is consolidating 27 dam safety policies into a single interpretive statement, with public comments on the draft guidance due by May 15, 2026. The unified framework clarifies regulatory expectations for infrastructure jurisdiction, emergency planning, and engineering approvals without altering underlying statutes.

3 Apr 2026, 18:22apps.ecology.wa.govUnited States

IMO Facilitation Committee Approves Maritime Digitalization Strategy and Draft FAL Convention Cybersecurity Amendments

The IMO has approved a new Maritime Digitalization Strategy and draft FAL Convention amendments mandating cybersecurity for maritime single window systems, effective from 2028-2029. These developments signal a transition toward mandatory, secure digital reporting and standardized data exchange, requiring maritime operators to upgrade digital infrastructure and compliance protocols.

3 Apr 2026, 09:54imo.orgGlobal

US PHMSA Denies Petition for Reconsideration on Pipeline Class Location Change Requirements

PHMSA has denied a petition to reconsider the January 2026 final rule on pipeline class location changes, maintaining the existing regulatory framework. Operators must proceed with compliance planning based on the original 2026 amendments, as the agency has signaled no intent to reopen or relax these safety standards.

2 Apr 2026, 17:07federalregister.govUnited States

Japan METI Requests Additional Reporting From Chubu Electric on Hamaoka Nuclear Plant Seismic Evaluation

METI has intensified enforcement against Chubu Electric, demanding a comprehensive root-cause analysis of seismic safety evaluation failures at the Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant. This signals heightened regulatory scrutiny of nuclear infrastructure resilience, likely delaying reactor restarts and increasing compliance oversight for the Japanese energy sector.

2 Apr 2026, 09:32meti.go.jpJapan

US House Proposes Linemen Legacy Act To Classify Utility Line Technicians as Emergency Response Providers

The Linemen Legacy Act (H.R. 7996) proposes to formally classify utility line technicians as emergency response providers under the Homeland Security Act. This designation would integrate utility workers into federal disaster response frameworks, potentially streamlining coordination and resource access during large-scale infrastructure recovery efforts.

2 Apr 2026, 09:28govinfo.govUnited States

Japan Cabinet Adopts Comprehensive Logistics Policy Outline for FY2026–FY2030

Japan has approved a five-year Comprehensive Logistics Policy Outline (FY2026–2030) to drive intensive reform through automation, standardization, and green transformation. Businesses should prepare for structural shifts in transport costs and operational standards as the government prioritizes labor efficiency, decarbonized supply chains, and digital logistics infrastructure.

1 Apr 2026, 19:50meti.go.jpJapan

EU Council Presidency Publishes Compromise Text for EU Space Act Regulation on Space Activities

The EU Council has released a compromise text for the EU Space Act, establishing a harmonized framework for the safety, cybersecurity, and environmental sustainability of space operations. To maintain EU market access, operators must prepare for mandatory certification and life-cycle environmental reporting, with non-compliance risking fines of up to 2% of global turnover.

1 Apr 2026, 19:12data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

Switzerland Publishes NCSC Semi-Annual Cybersecurity Report Including First Mandatory Critical-Infrastructure Incidents

Switzerland's NCSC released its 2025/II report, confirming the operational status of mandatory 24-hour cyber-incident reporting for critical infrastructure since April 2025. Operators must ensure rapid detection and reporting protocols are integrated into risk management to address increasingly targeted AI-driven and supply-chain threats.

1 Apr 2026, 19:06cms.news.admin.chSwitzerland

England: Environment Agency Clarifies Consent and Permit Rules for Water Supply Asset Discharges

The Environment Agency has clarified that discharge consent and risk assessment requirements apply to all water supply assets, effective March 2026. Water companies must ensure comprehensive permitting and documented risk assessments across their entire asset base to mitigate environmental and operational compliance risks.

1 Apr 2026, 14:41gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Slovenian Government Adopts National Resilience Strategy To 2030

Slovenia adopted its National Resilience Strategy to 2030 in March 2026, creating a unified framework for national security and crisis management across 13 critical domains. Businesses in infrastructure-heavy sectors should prepare for future operational requirements as the strategy is translated into concrete action plans and sector-specific resilience measures.

31 Mar 2026, 21:28gov.siSlovenia

France National Assembly Tables Bill No. 2600 On Screening Of Foreign Investments In Strategic Sectors

France introduced Bill No. 2600 in March 2026 to significantly broaden the screening of foreign investments in strategic sectors, including energy, health, and critical raw materials. This proposal signals a shift toward stricter oversight of cross-border M&A, with potential mandates for R&D localization and patent protection to safeguard national economic sovereignty.

29 Mar 2026, 17:52assemblee-nationale.frFrance

Poland Amends National Cybersecurity System Act To Implement NIS2 Across Critical Sectors

Poland has enacted the NIS2-aligned National Cybersecurity System Act, effective 3 April 2026, imposing strict security and reporting mandates on critical sectors. Impacted businesses, including chemical and medical manufacturers, must implement risk management systems by April 2027 to avoid significant turnover-based fines and operational suspensions.

29 Mar 2026, 17:49isap.sejm.gov.plPoland

US NRC Finalises Risk-Informed, Technology-Inclusive Regulatory Framework for Advanced Reactors

The US NRC has finalized 10 CFR Part 53, establishing a risk-informed, technology-inclusive regulatory framework for advanced nuclear reactors, effective April 29, 2026. This optional licensing pathway allows developers to tailor safety and security requirements to specific reactor designs, potentially reducing regulatory hurdles for next-generation nuclear deployment.

29 Mar 2026, 06:37govinfo.govUnited States

EU Commission Initiates Safeguard Investigation Into Imports of Grain-Oriented Electrical Steel and Transformer Laminations

The European Commission has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of grain-oriented electrical steel (GOES) and transformer components (March 2026). Stakeholders in the energy infrastructure and electrical equipment sectors should assess supply chain exposure to potential new tariffs or quotas.

29 Mar 2026, 06:12eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Estonia Sends Draft Law On Drone Detection And Countermeasures For Coordination

Estonia has initiated inter-ministerial coordination for a draft law modernizing drone detection and neutralization powers, with entry into force planned for July 2026. Businesses operating critical infrastructure or managing large public events must account for expanded state authority to deploy signal jammers and conduct airspace surveillance.

28 Mar 2026, 20:31eelnoud.valitsus.eeEstonia

US DHS Adopts NEPA Categorical Exclusions for Dam, Land, and UAS Activities

The US Department of Homeland Security has adopted five categorical exclusions under NEPA to streamline environmental reviews for dam safety, habitat restoration, small-scale construction, and drone operations, effective March 2026. This move reduces administrative burdens and accelerates project timelines for routine maintenance and infrastructure activities while maintaining oversight for significant environmental impacts.

28 Mar 2026, 16:32public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States