Data Privacy Concerns in the Age of Maritime Cyber Defenses: Balancing cybersecurity measures with the need to protect personal data collected from ships and crew. 1.2. Research Objective The main objective of this research is to develop an understanding of the ways through which various cyber security measures set out by the IMO and required […]
The potential of the Blue Economy in West African coastal states 1. Introduction The Blue Economy, a concept that encompasses the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs while preserving the health of marine and coastal ecosystems, has gained significant attention in recent years (World Bank, 2022). West African coastal […]
The Role of Maritime Law in Regulating Data Buoys and Oceanographic Sensors: Balancing Open Data Access with Commercial Interests 1.2 Significance of Data Buoys and Oceanographic Sensors Aalborg University, Denmark. Data buoys and oceanographic sensors serve a wide range of scientific, environmental and industrial purposes. They are used to monitor real-time meteorological/oceanographic conditions, climate changes, […]
The application of 3D printing in offshore structure fabrication The offshore industry has been a significant contributor to the global economy, with its structures playing a crucial role in oil and gas exploration, renewable energy, and marine infrastructure (Wang et al., 2021). However, the fabrication of these structures has traditionally been a complex, time-consuming, and […]
Examining the impact of negligence and force majeure on port authority liability 1.2. Research Objectives This area of research is currently vastly underdeveloped. In the past, there have been attempts to examine the phenomenon of negligence in port operations, in particular with regards to the ISPS Code and its requirements to increase security. However, there […]
The potential of offshore aquaculture in meeting global seafood demand As the global population continues to grow, the demand for seafood is expected to increase significantly in the coming decades. With wild fish stocks already under pressure from overfishing and environmental degradation, there is a pressing need to find sustainable solutions to meet this demand. […]
The Economic Impact of Cyberattacks on the Maritime Industry 1.2. Problem Statement Not only ships, but port facilities are also potential victims of cyber attacks. In the case of the Port of Antwerp, a drug syndicate that cooperates with certain mafia and terrorist organizations successfully infiltrated the system to move thousands of containers containing drugs […]
Assessing the adequacy of current international regulations on autonomous ships The maritime industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the advent of autonomous ships. These vessels, equipped with advanced technologies and artificial intelligence, have the potential to revolutionize maritime transportation by enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability (Rødseth & Burmeister, 2018). However, the deployment of autonomous […]
The Impact of Landmark Legal Cases on the Development of UK Maritime Law 2. Historical Background Despite the UK’s status as an island nation, maritime law has often been seen as a somewhat specialist subject and not always of the first importance. In the Laws of Oleron, the first widely accepted code of maritime law […]
The Challenges of Enforcing Maritime Labor Laws in the Cruise Industry The cruise industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, with millions of passengers embarking on cruises annually. However, behind the glamour and luxury of these floating resorts lies a complex web of labor issues that often go unnoticed. The enforcement of maritime labor […]
