Safety of ships using alternative and renewable energy Introduction Maritime safety and environmental administration encompasses the measures and procedures put in place to ensure the safe operation of ships, prevent pollution, and protect the marine environment. The maritime industry plays a crucial role in global trade and economic development, but it also poses significant risks […]

Strategic Assessment of Development of the Arctic: Assessment Conducted for the European Union. The Arctic is a unique and rapidly changing region that holds significant strategic importance for the European Union (EU). The region is facing complex and interconnected challenges including rapid climate change, shifting maritime transport patterns, changes in the nature of Arctic fisheries, […]

Cyber-attacks: a digital threat reality affecting the maritime industry Cyber-attacks have become a digital threat reality affecting the maritime industry. The industry, which includes companies, ports, administrations, and ships, is exposed to a variety of cyber threats, including those that target the technology systems that are vital to the industry’s operations. This article will analyze […]

Climate Change and Its Impacts in the Maritime Industry Climate change has increasingly become a significant concern for the maritime industry. The industry is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of rising sea levels, more frequent and severe storms, and changing ocean temperatures and currents. Significant impact of climate change on the maritime industry is the […]

In-transit threats and risk management in Maritime industry. Maritime transportation is a vital component of global trade, with an estimated 80% of international trade by volume and 70% by value being transported by sea. However, this reliance on maritime transportation also brings a range of security challenges, including the potential for in-transit threats. These threats […]

An industry-level analysis of the post-Brexit and post-Covid 19 Ro-Ro ferry market and critical maritime freight transport links between the UK and the EU. In the wake of the Brexit vote and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Ro-Ro ferry market and critical maritime freight transport links between the United Kingdom and the European Union have […]

Maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea with emphasis on Nigeria. Maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea is a critical issue due to the high levels of piracy, illegal fishing, and other illicit activities that occur in the region. The Gulf of Guinea is a key shipping route for oil, gas, and other valuable […]

Cyber Maritime Security – Threats and Counter Measures Cyber maritime security refers to the protection of ships, ports, and other maritime infrastructure from cyber attacks. As the world becomes increasingly connected, ships and ports are becoming more dependent on computer systems and networks, which can make them vulnerable to cyber threats. In this article, we […]

Impact of Freight Forwarders in the Shipping Industry Freight forwarders play a vital role in the shipping industry by coordinating the movement of goods from one place to another. These intermediaries act as a link between the shippers and various transportation services, including shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies, and railroads. They handle the logistics of […]

Maritime law is the body of law that governs activities that take place on or around the sea, including shipping, navigation, and the transportation of goods and people by sea. It is a specialized area of law that deals with a wide range of legal issues that arise from the operation of ships and other […]