The article examines the legal problems associated with the emergence and rapid development of the maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS). Unlike traditional shipping, the MASS operation has its own characteristics that require an appropriate legal regime. The author explores the reasons for...

For such vessels as ferries, tugs, minesweepers, special vessels designed to perform work on the sea shelf, an important indicator is high maneuverability. A unique opportunity to achieve high maneuverability of the vessel is provided by the use of a winged propeller. It essentially performs...

The study, Effective Management of Ballast Water Contaminants from Ships on Ballast Voyages from North America to Nigerian Seaports, investigates the environmental risks associated with ballast water discharge and proposes a framework for sustainable ballast water treatment and management in...