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Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships: Problems and Challenges Facing the Regulatory Process

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  • Mohamad Issa

    (Institut Maritime du Québec à Rimouski, Rimouski, QC G5L 4B4, Canada
    Département de Génie, Université du Québec à Rimouski, Rimouski, QC G5L 3A1, Canada)

  • Adrian Ilinca

    (Département de Génie, Université du Québec à Rimouski, Rimouski, QC G5L 3A1, Canada)

  • Hussein Ibrahim

    (Centre de Recherche d’Innovation en Intelligence Énergétique, Sept-Îles, QC G4R 5B7, Canada)

  • Patrick Rizk

    (Département de Génie, Université du Québec à Rimouski, Rimouski, QC G5L 3A1, Canada)

Abstract

Technological innovation constantly transforms and redefines the human element’s position inside complex socio-technical systems. Autonomous operations are in various phases of development and practical deployment across several transport domains, with marine operations still in their infancy. This article discusses current trends in developing autonomous vessels and some of the most recent initiatives worldwide. It also investigates the individual and combined effects of maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) on regulations, technology, and sectors in reaction to the new marine paradigm change. Other essential topics, such as safety, security, jobs, training, and legal and ethical difficulties, are also considered to develop a solution for efficient, dependable, safe, and sustainable shipping in the near future. Finally, it is advised that holistic approaches to building the technology and regulatory framework be used and that communication and cooperation among various stakeholders based on mutual understanding are essential for the MASS to arrive in the maritime industry successfully.

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  • Mohamad Issa & Adrian Ilinca & Hussein Ibrahim & Patrick Rizk, 2022. "Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships: Problems and Challenges Facing the Regulatory Process," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(23), pages 1-13, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:14:y:2022:i:23:p:15630-:d:982853
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