Exploring the Feasibility of Alternative Fuels and Technologies for Cleaner Shipping 1.2 Problem Statement The emissions from shipping activities are currently not regulated in the Kyoto Protocol or in the EU agreement to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Given the global nature of shipping and the potential for shipping companies to avoid regulation by refueling […]
Assessing the impact of climate change on coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef. The Impact of Climate Change on Coral Reefs in the Great Barrier Reef The Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest coral reef system, is facing unprecedented challenges due to the impacts of climate change. Rising sea temperatures, ocean acidification, and extreme […]
Developing a risk assessment framework for typhoons and monsoon seasons in the marine industry 1.2 Problem Statement A problem that is faced when assessing typhoon and monsoon risks to the marine industry is that there is no specific methodology and framework to be used. Rather, those available were adapted from assessing general weather damage on […]
The Impact of Regional Political Instability on Maritime Security Risks in the Red Sea 1. Introduction Moreover, recent piracy off the coast of Somalia has further highlighted the impact of regional political instability on maritime security risks. The nature of the maritime environment means that there are a vast array of ways in which regional […]
