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Developing Strategies for Waste Management and Pollution Reduction in Red Sea Ports and Shipping Activities 1.1. Overview of Red Sea Ports and Shipping Activities A significant fraction of goods exported from the EU to Saudi Arabia and the nature of cargo transport at the ports will undoubtedly result in a greater release of pollutants into […]

The Role of Regional Seas Agreements in Managing Maritime Security Threats: A Case Study (Choose a specific region). Dispute Resolution and International Law: The Role of the UNEP Caribbean Environment Programme in Managing Maritime Security Threats in the Wider Caribbean Region Title: The Role of the UNEP Caribbean Environment Programme in Managing Maritime Security Threats […]

The Influence of Roman Law and Lex Rhodia on Early UK Maritime Law 1.1. Background of Roman Law The third attempt to receive Roman law spurred interestingly from a practical problem in commerce. In the mid-19th century – whilst not receiving the actual civil law system by this stage – England sought a resolution to […]

Cybersecurity challenges and solutions in the maritime industry The maritime industry plays a crucial role in global trade, with over 90% of the world’s goods transported by sea (Duran et al., 2020). However, the increasing reliance on digital systems and interconnectivity has exposed the industry to various cybersecurity threats. This research essay explores the challenges […]

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. […]