Insight and Columbia Group Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Next-Generation IT & OT Solutions to the Maritime Industry
Agreement marks exciting new chapter for maritime digital transformation .
LONDON, England – 21 July 2025 – Insight Enterprises (NASDAQ: NSIT) today announced that it has entered a strategic partnership with the Columbia Group (CG) to accelerate digital capabilities across the maritime sector.
This collaboration integrates Insight’s technology innovation with CG’s over 40 years of maritime experience into a new unified service model. SmartSea Limited will serve as the primary vehicle for delivering these digital transformation services to its maritime clients. The services will include cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data and AI solutions, and digital workplace technologies — customised to meet the unique demands of shipboard and shore-based maritime operations.
“This partnership marks a significant milestone in our transformation journey,” said Adrian Gregory, President EMEA, Insight. “By combining Insight’s technological leadership with Columbia Group’s maritime legacy and SmartSea’s vision for the digitalisation of the maritime industry, we can now access scalable, secure, and maritime-specific AI and digital services that improve operational efficiency and resilience This is more than a business agreement — it’s a shared vision for the future of maritime in a digital-first world.”
Mark O'Neil, President of Columbia Group said: “We are excited to join forces with Insight to bring next-generation IT and OT solutions onboard our managed fleet and the wider maritime industry. This partnership will enable us to provide unparalleled services to our clients and drive innovation in the sector.”
Kris Vedat, CEO of SmartSea, commented: "We are excited by the opportunities the transformative partnership between Insight and Columbia Group will bring. This collaboration will drive innovation and deliver significant value to our clients."
The partnership is effective immediately and emphasises transparency, shared value, and long-term operational continuity for global maritime clients.
For more information on the agreement and Insight’s work in the maritime industry, please visit here.
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