Accura Engineering is proud to announce that we have received our Cyber Essentials Plus certification, a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to data security, supply chain resilience, and operational excellence.
In an industry where trust, traceability, and compliance are critical, this certification strengthens our position as a secure, responsible supplier to the aerospace, defence, energy and industrial sectors.
What Is Cyber Essentials Plus Certification?
Cyber Essentials Plus is a UK government-backed certification scheme developed by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). It provides assurance that a company has robust cybersecurity controls in place to protect against the most common threats.
Unlike the basic Cyber Essentials standard, Cyber Essentials Plus includes:
- An external audit of IT systems
- Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
- Verification of security policies and access controls
Why Cyber Essentials Plus Matters in UK Manufacturing
As the manufacturing sector becomes increasingly digital and interconnected, cyber risks are rising. This is especially true for companies like Accura Engineering that operate within highly regulated supply chains, such as:
- Aerospace and defence
- Automotive and EV platforms
- Energy infrastructure
Achieving Cyber Essentials Plus certification demonstrates that we are not just compliant, we are proactive. We’re safeguarding sensitive project data, customer information, and IP across our entire digital infrastructure.
Secure Sourcing and Buyer Confidence
In regulated sectors, supplier risk is buyer risk. That’s why our customers need assurance that their partners take cyber security seriously.
Here’s how Cyber Essentials Plus certification adds value to our customers:
- Reduced cyber risk exposure across the supply chain
- Secure handling of defence and aerospace project data
- Demonstrated compliance with MoD and government frameworks
- Streamlined onboarding for sensitive contracts
- Confidence in long-term supplier resilience
“Customer trust is everything in our industry,” says Sophie Hallett-Jones, Managing Director at Accura Engineering. “Cyber Essentials Plus shows we’re not just delivering precision on the shop floor, we’re applying the same discipline to digital security.”
Supporting Defence and Aerospace Supply Chains
With over 50,000 parts produced per week and customers that include Tier 1 and OEM leaders, Accura Engineering understands the need for secure, compliant, and traceable sourcing.
Our Cyber Essentials Plus certification supports contracts in:
- Aerospace components and sub-assemblies
- Defence tooling and assemblies
- Mission-critical automotive systems
We pair this certification with key sector accreditations, including:
- AS9100 aerospace quality management
- NADCAP-accredited spark and wire EDM
- JOSCAR certification for defence sector pre-qualification
This makes Accura Engineering a fully certified, cyber-secure supplier, equipped to deliver high-reliability engineering services in sensitive, safety-critical environments.
Aligning with Our Digital Manufacturing Strategy
Cyber Essentials Plus is not a box-ticking exercise. It supports our long-term strategy to build a digital-first, future-ready manufacturing business.
We’re integrating:
- Real-time machine monitoring across our Centre of Excellence
- Secure communication and data handling between teams and partners
- Protected systems for CAD/CAM, project documentation and customer portals
“This certification is a step in our digital evolution,” adds Richard Hancox, Operations Director. “As we grow our footprint in aerospace and defence, secure systems are just as important as precise components.”
Why This Matters for Procurement Teams
If you’re sourcing precision components for aerospace, defence, or automotive programmes, cyber security isn’t just an IT issue, it’s a procurement priority.
Choosing a Cyber Essentials Plus certified supplier like Accura Engineering means:
- Faster supplier qualification
- Fewer compliance gaps during audits
- Reduced exposure to data breaches and cyber threats
- Enhanced stakeholder confidence
Internal Capabilities You Can Trust
Our investment in cyber security is backed by industry-leading capability, including:
- Multi-axis CNC machining
- Spark and wire EDM
- Press tooling and jigs
- Turnkey assembly and quality control
All services are now delivered under enhanced security protocols—ensuring data protection from design to delivery.
Work With a Certified, Cyber-Secure Engineering Partner
At Accura Engineering, we’re committed to excellence, from precision machining to data protection. Our Cyber Essentials Plus certification reflects the same high standards our customers have come to expect in every part we manufacture.
Contact us to find out how we support secure, compliant engineering partnerships.
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