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 […]
Weathering the Storm: Developing Strategies for Resilient Port Operations in the Face of Climate Change Impacts 1. Introduction The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) has increasingly raised concerns about the potential effects of climate change on ports, and its implications on port and cargo safety and security throughout the world. Little research has […]
Comparative Analysis of Maritime Law Development in the UK and Another European Nation 2. Historical Development of Maritime Law in the UK Historical development of maritime law in the UK: This section will discuss the historical development of maritime law in the UK. It will look at the effect of Europe and international law upon […]
The impact of the IMO’s greenhouse gas emission reduction targets on the shipping industry The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets have far-reaching implications for the shipping industry. As a major contributor to global emissions, the maritime sector faces significant challenges in adapting to these ambitious goals. This research essay examines […]
Enhancing information sharing and collaboration between regional coast guards and intelligence agencies 1. Introduction The 9/11 attack gives a very significant impact on world security, which also gives a signal to members of the security and intelligence agencies to be more prepared for any drastic incidents. The 9/11 commission report shows that there is a […]
Navigating the legal framework for salvage operations in the era of autonomous vessels. The legal framework for salvage operations faces significant changes due to the emergence of autonomous vessels. Traditional salvage laws, primarily based on the International Convention on Salvage 1989, were designed for human-operated ships. However, Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) present new challenges […]
The effectiveness of the Ballast Water Management Convention in preventing the spread of invasive species The Ballast Water Management Convention, adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2004, aims to prevent the spread of invasive aquatic species through the regulation of ballast water discharge from ships (IMO, 2021). Ballast water, which is used to […]
