Insufficient knowledge of augmented, mixed and virtual reality, AI and computer modelling represent a serious skills gap according to academics, institutions and businesses.
Despite the triple threat of tariffs, port strikes, and geopolitical tensions, goods and commodities are expected to continue their flow around the world in relatively calm waters.
Ultra-fast and secure data transmission is an essential enabler for maritime digitalisation, creating visibility on emission levels and vessel performance.
Only through the prioritisation of user empathy can ship designers mitigate the risks of technology-driven disruption according to Dr Claire Pekcan, director at Safe Marine.
Neil Salter, chair of IMarEST’s Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) Special Interest Group and Ross Macfarlane from MASSPeople reflect on unresolved questions surrounding accountability in incidents involving autonomous vessels.
Unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) sped ahead with amazing announcements in 2023, setting standards across automated shipping for a safer, more sustainable future.
Ports, ships and workers are increasingly vulnerable to cyber-attack from criminals and malevolent state actors. Immersive new approaches to training aim to protect the industry for years to come
