RIPE NCC launches trust portal
The RIPE NCC has launched a new Trust Portal to enhance transparency and provide stakeholders with comprehensive insights into its security, compliance, and governance practices.
On 7 May 2025, the RIPE Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC) launched its new Trust Portal at trust.ripe.net, aiming to enhance transparency and provide stakeholders with comprehensive insights into its security, compliance, and governance practices.
What does the portal offer?
The Trust Portal serves as a centralised repository for key policies and processes that safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of RIPE NCC’s services. It encompasses areas such as information security, data protection, vulnerability management, and incident response. The portal also outlines RIPE NCC’s adherence to industry standards and regulations, including:
- SOC 2 (ISAE 3000) Type I assurance for Resource Public Key Infrastructure (RPKI) services.
- Ongoing efforts toward ISO 27001 certification.
- Compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant EU regulations.
For law enforcement and other competent authorities, the portal provides guidance on requesting information from RIPE NCC, along with links to supporting documentation.
Wha does it mean for stakeholders and the public?
For RIPE NCC members and internet stakeholders:
The Trust Portal offers increased visibility into RIPE NCC’s internal operations, fostering greater accountability and trust. By sharing compliance documents, audit outcomes, and internal policies, RIPE NCC positions itself as a transparent and responsible entity within the global internet infrastructure.
For the general public:
While the portal is primarily designed for members and stakeholders, the general public benefits indirectly through the promotion of a more secure and reliable internet infrastructure. RIPE NCC’s commitment to transparency and adherence to international standards contributes to the overall stability and trustworthiness of internet services.
A step toward greater transparency
The launch of the Trust Portal aligns with broader calls for increased openness among internet governance bodies. By consolidating governance information and compliance data into a single, accessible platform, RIPE NCC sets a precedent for other organisations in the sector to follow.
RIPE NCC encourages feedback on the Trust Portal and invites interested parties to explore its contents to better understand the organisation’s commitment to security and transparency.
