Sustainable Maritime Transport and Port Intelligence
A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Ocean Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025 | Viewed by 24
Special Issue Editors
Interests: port equipment automation; intelligent traffic equipment
Interests: port and shipping governance; sustainable transportation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Currently, global maritime trade is navigating a complex and dynamic macroenvironment. Geopolitical tensions, conflicts, and climate change increasingly impact vital shipping lanes, such as the Suez Canal, Panama Canal, and Red Sea. These factors lead to maritime challenges, including extended routes and rising costs. Furthermore, over 80% of global trade relies on maritime transport, with the volume of seaborne trade being on the rise. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's Maritime Transport Review indicates that global seaborne trade is projected to grow by 2.4% to 12.3 billion tons in 2023, with an expected growth of 2% in 2024. In this context, sustainable maritime transport and port intelligence have become essential for promoting the green transformation of the marine economy.
This Special Issue aims to explore how technological innovation can enhance the efficiency of maritime operations, reduce environmental impacts, and foster smarter and more sustainable port management. We invite scholars, policymakers, and industry experts worldwide to share their research findings and contribute valuable insights for the sustainable development of the global shipping and port industries.
This research topic will encompass comprehensive review articles and original research on the theme of “Sustainable Maritime Transport and Port Intelligence.” We will focus on critical issues such as smart operations management in maritime and port sectors, intelligent equipment in maritime and port operations, sustainable maritime transport strategies, and innovative practices in port management. Our goal is to provide useful ideas and solutions for the sustainable development of the global shipping industry and port sector.
Sample topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Climate change and carbon emission reduction path of the shipping industry: Study of the impact of climate change on the shipping industry, and how the shipping industry can achieve carbon emission reduction targets through technological innovation and policy guidance.
- Port digital transformation and intelligent development: Analysis of the application of digital and intelligent technology in port management, and a discussion of how to improve port operation efficiency and service quality.
- Green port development and environmental protection measures: Study of the practical cases of ports in green and low-carbon transformation, a discussion on how to reduce the impact of port operation on the environment, and the promotion of the construction of green ports.
- Collaborative innovation between shipping industry and port industry: Analysis of the collaborative cooperation between shipping industry and port industry in terms of technological innovation and service optimization, and a discussion on how to promote the collaborative innovation and development between them.
- Future development of sustainable maritime transport and port Management: Based on current research and practice, a discussion on the future development direction and goals of sustainable maritime transport and port management.
- Smart Operations Management in Maritime and Port Sectors: Exploration of the integration of digital technologies and artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency and decision making in maritime and port management.
- Intelligent Equipment in Maritime and Port Operations: Investigation of the advancements in intelligent marine and port equipment, including automated vessels and smart cargo handling systems, and their roles in improving safety and reducing operational costs.
Prof. Dr. Chao Mi
Prof. Dr. Guangnian Xiao
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainable maritime transport
- port management
- digital technology
- artificial intelligence
- smart operations management
- intelligent equipment
- maritime logistics
- automation in ports
- environmental sustainability
- maritime industry innovations
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Planned Papers
The below list represents only planned manuscripts. Some of these manuscripts have not been received by the Editorial Office yet. Papers submitted to MDPI journals are subject to peer-review.
1. Research on Collaborative Innovation of Shipping Industry and Port Industry
2. Study on the Impact of Climate Change on Shipping Industry and the Path of Carbon Reduction
3. Design and Application of Intelligent Port Management System
4. Sustainable Outlook for the Global Shipping and Port Industry
5. Port Digital Transformation: Current Status, Challenges and Future Trends
6. Design of visual measurement simulation platform for port automation equipment based on digital twin technology
