December 2022
Physically Block Cyberattacks
In this issue: ESTCP Final Report released, industry news, featured partner, and upcoming events!
Fend News
Happy Holidays from Fend!

We here at Fend are thankful for you! Our customers and partners make it possible for us to achieve our mission: To protect the modern way of life by physically blocking cyberattacks on the world's critical infrastructure. Whether it's energy equipment, critical facilities, or manufacturing sites, we help you get the information you need and the security you deserve.

Planning for projects in 2023 or need something right now? Call our team today at +1-571-970-1382 x3 or respond to this email. Learn about the faster speeds provided by our new 15 Series Data Diodes or Fend Cloud with predictive analytics to help you manage your portfolio better. Let's work together to improve operational efficiency and resilience!
DoD ESTCP Final Report Now Available!

Fend won the 2021 "Project of the Year" award for our work with the US Department of Defense (DoD) Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP). During this project, our products underwent testing by the US Army and Navy to evaluate functional, security, and financial performance. The final project report describing the test methodologies and results is now available for download on the SERDP-ESTCP website. If you're deploying a microgrid, planning for EV charging infrastructure, collecting data as part of an Energy Savings Performance Contract, or need help sharing information among stakeholders, this report is a valuable resource to help you plan and execute projects while cost-effectively and securely getting the data you need.
Industry News
$10.5 Billion Available for Grid Resilience Including Cybersecurity Upgrades

On 29 November, the US Department of Energy announced the $10.5 billion Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) program to enhance grid flexibility and improve the resilience of the power system against growing threats of extreme weather and climate change. These programs are intended to accelerate the deployment of transformative projects that will help to ensure the reliability of the power sector’s infrastructure. The FY22 and FY23 funding for this program is $3.8 billion. The GRIP program includes three financing mechanisms: Grid Resilience Utility and Industry Formula Grants, Smart Grid Grant Program, and the Grid Innovation Program. Learn more about the program here. Working on a program submission or starting a design? Let us know by writing info@fend.tech.
Upcoming Events

S4x23, February 13-16, 2023, in Miami South Beach, Florida

Fend is proud to sponsor this unique gathering of thought leaders across OT and ICS security. Learn more at https://s4xevents.com/
RSA Conference, April 24-27, 2023, in San Francisco, California

Join the Fend team at Booth ESE 29 at next year's RSA Conference. Register at https://www.rsaconference.com/usa
Featured Partner

Fend works with strategic partners to bring integrated solutions that combine the best in cybersecurity and industry expertise. One of these partners, Enterprise Security Solutions (ESS), a Pavion company, helps customers protect critical assets from water utilities to data centers. ESS brings expertise in systems design, implementation, project management and ongoing support. They hold active, ongoing large contracted projects with both commercial and federal clients, providing a one-stop shop scenario to fulfill all requirements. ESS works with the latest technologies, including artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and one-way communication diodes. Learn more at https://essdc.us/
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