FuturWork X NLL - Building a Robust Cyber & Compliance Governance Model for a Cross-Border Energy Interconnector

Reinforcing Cyber & Risk Governance for Nemo Link Limited

Client: Nemo Link Limited (NLL)
Sector: Energy & Critical Infrastructure
Asset: 1000 MW HVDC interconnector between Belgium & Great Britain
Team Size: ~40 FTE managing a strategic cross-border infrastructure

Context

Nemo Link Limited operates a critical energy interconnector connecting the UK and Belgium. Despite managing a high-value, cross-border asset, the organization runs with a lean team of around 40 employees.

Operating under strict UK and EU regulatory frameworks, including cyber security legislation and industrial control system standards.NLL required a strengthened Risk & Compliance function with a strong focus on cybersecurity governance, audit readiness, and regulatory assurance.

Key Challenges

• Multi-jurisdictional regulatory complexity (UK & Belgium)
• Need to reinforce cyber-focused risk management
• Limited internal bandwidth for continuous compliance monitoring
• Strengthening internal audit methodology and first-line assurance
• Improving oversight of service providers through measurable KPIs
• Enhancing board-level reporting and transparency

FuturWork’s Approach

FuturWork implemented a structured Risk & Compliance reinforcement program including:

• Centralized compliance management and auditable evidence preparation
• Review and enhancement of the enterprise risk framework (initial cyber focus)
• Cyber risk assessments and gap analyses aligned with NIS and IEC 62443 principles
• Deployment of an internal audit methodology
• KPI-based service provider monitoring
• Development of monitoring dashboards and board reporting packs
• Cross-functional cyber & compliance awareness training

Results

✔ Strengthened cyber security governance
✔ Improved regulatory alignment and audit readiness
✔ Structured first-line assurance processes
✔ Enhanced visibility of risks, controls, and exceptions
✔ Board-level transparency through measurable dashboards
✔ A scalable governance model aligned with critical infrastructure expectations

Impact:
A lean organization now operates a 1000 MW cross-border energy asset with reinforced cyber resilience, structured risk governance, and measurable compliance assurance.

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