SUCCESS STORY
Maintaining the highest levels of operational resilience with Xentra
Background
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is one of the UK’s busiest regional airports, serving over 4 million passengers annually and providing vital connectivity to domestic and international destinations. As a critical transport hub for Yorkshire and the North of England, the airport not only manages high volumes of passengers and staff but also handles sensitive operational and customer data.
Recognising the increasing cyber risks facing the aviation industry, Leeds Bradford Airport sought to enhance its cyber security framework to safeguard both operations and passenger trust.
The challenge
Operating within the aviation sector presents unique challenges: the need for 24/7 resilience, strict compliance with industry regulations, and the protection of both personal and operational data.
Leeds Bradford Airport identified that traditional, one-size-fits-all approaches to cyber security were not sufficient for the scale and complexity of their environment.
They required a tailored programme that would strengthen their defences, educate staff across departments, and ensure a proactive response to evolving threats such as phishing, ransomware, and insider risks.
The solution
Working in partnership with Xentra, Leeds Bradford Airport adopted a multi-layered cyber security strategy.
Combining 24/7 SOC monitoring and penetration testing via PureCyber and security awareness training via Boxphish, Leeds Bradford Airport have not only addressed various compliance requirements but ensure staff engagement at every level of the organisation.
Results
Since partnering with Xentra, Leeds Bradford Airport have significantly strengthened its cyber security posture. 24/7 SOC monitoring has allowed around the clock security for an extremely busy airport that would otherwise be prone to cyber attacks.
Penetration testing has enabled the airport to identify vulnerabilities before they could be exploited, while continuous staff training has created a culture of vigilance and accountability.
Employees are now better equipped to spot phishing attempts, respond appropriately to suspicious activity, and understand their role in protecting the airport’s critical infrastructure. Together, these measures have helped Leeds Bradford Airport reduce risk exposure and maintain the highest levels of operational resilience.
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