Fortris achieves ISO 27001 certification

Digital asset treasury operations platform Fortris has achieved a significant milestone in information security standards, earning the internationally recognized ISO/IEC 27001 certification.

An external audit by Bureau Veritas, a world leader in inspection and certification services, found that Fortris has met strict criteria set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification demonstrates that service providers have the systems and expertise in place to mitigate information security risks and respond to evolving threats. Fortris worked closely with Deloitte’s Technology & Transformation - Cyber team throughout the certification process.

Fortris CEO, Shane Lourensse, said: “This certification is evidence of our ongoing commitment to information security best practices. Regular monitoring and evaluation is a key part of this approach. We extend our gratitude to our Deloitte colleagues for their invaluable support and expertise.”

Nuria Acinas, Cyber Senior Manager at Deloitte Spain, said: “It is a pleasure for us to be part of this journey of growth, and this certification recognizes the effort and dedication to staying at the forefront of information security. Putting our cybersecurity compliance capabilities at the service of our clients and seeing them achieve their goals is extremely rewarding.”

Pedro González, Sustainability Manager at Bureau Veritas, said: "ISO 27001 certification highlights the importance of cybersecurity within Fortris' processes, strengthening the trust of customers and business partners. Additionally, it provides the company with a competitive advantage by mitigating risks associated with information security.”

About Fortris

Founded in 2017 by a team of payment and security veterans, Fortris gives organizations the technology and expertise to embrace digital asset transformation in a secure and simplified manner.

This comprehensive approach allows Fortris clients to handle a wide range of financial operations, from liquidity optimization to cross-border transactions, all within the digital asset framework.