Emerson announced a global strategic reseller agreement with OPSWAT to embed OT patch‑management into its Ovation Automation Platform, targeting power and water utilities worldwide.
The integration will bring OPSWAT’s MetaDefender Endpoint and My OPSWAT Central Management On‑Premises tools directly into Ovation, providing OT‑specific patch‑management that protects against nation‑state and ransomware threats.
The partnership addresses a growing regulatory and operational risk for utilities, as cyber threats to critical infrastructure intensify. By embedding OT‑specific security, Emerson can offer a first‑of‑its‑kind solution that aligns with industry demands for deterministic, scalable protection.
Emerson’s Q1 2026 earnings, which beat expectations with EPS of $1.46 versus a forecast of $1.41, underscore the company’s strong order growth and operational execution. The partnership builds on Emerson’s recent momentum and positions the company to capture a growing market for OT cybersecurity in the power and water sectors.
Robert Yeager said, "Our customers need cybersecurity solutions designed specifically for operational technology—not adapted from IT." He added, "They benefit from purpose‑built OT cybersecurity solutions that protect critical, real‑time industrial systems while supporting availability, performance, and safe operations. Collaborating with OPSWAT enhances our ability to help operators protect their Ovation Automation Platform with a modern, OT appropriate approach to patch management. It reflects our commitment to delivering proven, efficient, best‑in‑class protection for critical infrastructure." Benny Czarny added, "In environments where safety and availability are mission critical, cybersecurity cannot rely on traditional IT assumptions but must be deterministic, scalable, and engineered specifically for OT realities." He also stated, "Partnering with Emerson allows us to embed that prevention‑first philosophy directly into one of the world's most trusted automation platforms. This is not simply about patching vulnerabilities. It is about fortifying the resilience and continuity of the essential systems that power modern society."
The collaboration extends Emerson’s existing relationship with OPSWAT, which previously included MetaDefender Kiosk and MetaDefender Unidirectional Security Gateway on the DeltaV platform, and signals Emerson’s continued focus on integrating specialized cybersecurity capabilities into its automation portfolio.
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