EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230

upcoming EU · Regulation (directly applicable) · Last verified 28 Oct 2026

Status: Adopted; applies from 20 Jan 2027 (needs verification)

Replaces the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Its essential health and safety requirements include protection against corruption (including from malicious attempts) and safety-related control system integrity — making cybersecurity of machinery control systems a CE-marking concern for OEMs and integrators.

Who it applies to

  • Manufacturers, importers and distributors of machinery and related products placed on the EU market

Why it matters for OT

Machine builders and integrators must address cyber-relevant safety requirements for control systems.

Controls affected & IEC 62443 mapping

RequirementIndicative IEC 62443 reference
Annex III 1.1.9 protection against corruption; 1.2.1 safety and reliability of control systemsIEC 62443-4-2 (component), 62443-3-3 (system); IEC 62443-4-1 for OEM development

Annex references and IEC 62443 mapping are editorial — needs verification against final text.

Sources

Monitored for changes: eur-lex.europa.eu. Data file: data/regulations/eu-machinery.yaml. Not legal advice.