Explore how technological advancements onboard Chinese fishing vessels improve safety at sea and influence marine ecosystems, with insights from recent studies. Technological Innovations in China’s Fishing Vessels: Balancing Safety Gains with Ecological Costs China’s fishing industry, one of the world’s largest, has seen significant technological advancements since 2018, affecting both navigational safety and environmental sustainability. […]

Marine Plastic Pollution in the North Pacific Gyre: Monitoring and Mitigating Impacts The North Pacific Gyre, a vast circular current system spanning an area larger than the continental United States, has garnered attention due to the accumulation of marine debris, particularly plastic waste. This phenomenon, commonly referred to as the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch,” poses […]

The Role of Maritime Law in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI): Legal Frameworks for Promoting Sustainable Maritime Development China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), launched in 2013, is a trillion-dollar infrastructure development and investment project spanning over 70 countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, and beyond. A key component of the BRI is the […]

Legal Frameworks for Joint Maritime Law Enforcement Operations: Balancing National Sovereignty with Cooperation in Combating Transnational Crime 1.1 Overview of Joint Maritime Law Enforcement Operations Joint maritime law enforcement operations (JMLEOs) have been used as a countermeasure against transnational crime over the last century, increasing in popularity due to the perceived easier nature of intercepting […]

Optimizing ship design for fuel efficiency and reduced emissions in the Red Sea’s unique environmental conditions. Elkafas, A.G., 2022. Advanced operational measure for reducing fuel consumption onboard shipsEnvironmental Science and Pollution Research, 29, pp.90509-905191. Tadros, M., Ventura, M. and Soares, C.G., 2023. Review of the Decision Support Methods Used in Optimizing Ship Hulls towards Improving […]

Ship Safety and Liability: Legal Perspectives on Maritime Accidents Maritime accidents remain a pressing concern for the shipping industry, governments, and coastal communities alike. Ships, whether carrying cargo, passengers, or operating as fishing vessels, navigate unpredictable waters where human error, mechanical failure, or environmental factors can lead to disaster. When accidents occur, the legal consequences […]

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 […]