Boeing reports that Sojitz Corporation, a global trading company headquartered in Tokyo, has entered into an agreement with Boeing's Information Solutions division for advanced network assessment.

The contract is Boeing's first international cybersecurity agreement and highlights the company's commitment to growing its cybersecurity business in Asia.

The value of the contract is not being disclosed.

"Boeing recognizes the significant level of trust placed in us with this award by Sojitz Corporation," said Bryan Palma, vice president of the Secure Infrastructure Group in Boeing Information Solutions.

"Expanding our longstanding relationship into network security reinforces the priority of cybersecurity in the Japanese market."

"Sojitz is making major investments to strengthen our network infrastructure and requiring more integrated solutions to manage the security of these assets," said Ken Kuribayashi, Sojitz Aerospace Department general manager.

"This agreement allows Sojitz to take advantage of Boeing's extensive cybersecurity expertise by providing the tools and integrated solutions needed to improve our situational awareness and response capabilities."