<![CDATA[SADIT-MAR]]> https://saditmar.org https://saditmar.org/favicon.png SADIT-MAR https://saditmar.org Ghost 6.44 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:25:11 +0300 60 <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR Webinar 7: Wearable Technology and Real-Time Health Monitoring for Maritime Workers]]> https://saditmar.org/blog/sadit-mar-webinar-7-wearable-technology-and-real-time-health-monitoring-for-maritime-workers/ 6a06d23acfede40001c0941c Fri, 15 May 2026 16:08:44 +0300

Our Seventh Monthly Webinar Series will continue with cutting-edge perspectives on wearable technology and real-time health monitoring for maritime workers by Dr. Mariel Alfaro Ponce.

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Dr. Mariel Alfaro Ponce is a biomedical engineer, researcher, and academic leader affiliated with Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Ciudad de México. Her work focuses on artificial intelligence, biomedical instrumentation, bioinformatics, and advanced manufacturing technologies applied to healthcare and industrial innovation. She leads and collaborates on interdisciplinary research projects involving machine learning, biosignal analysis, metagenomics, embedded systems, and additive manufacturing for medical applications. Her research has contributed to the development of intelligent diagnostic systems, smart rehabilitation devices, biomedical imaging technologies, and AI-driven decision-support platforms. Dr. Alfaro Ponce is the author of two patents and currently has three additional patents under review related to prosthetic devices and software platforms for metagenomic analysis. She is also involved in the development of an Emerging-Based Technology Company (EBTC) focused on the fabrication of prosthetic devices, medical equipment, and wet laboratory instrumentation for biomedical and research applications.

Her professional activities emphasize technology transfer, translational biomedical engineering, and the integration of AI-driven methodologies into healthcare, biotechnology, and sustainable manufacturing solutions.

📆 May 22, 2026 🕔 17:00 to 18:00 (TRT/UTC+3)

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This webinar is part of SADIT-MAR's mission to advance safe, inclusive, and sustainable digital transformation in the maritime industry. Funded by Lloyd's Register Foundation, our global network connects leading researchers and institutions across six partner universities to address the opportunities and challenges of maritime digitalization through research, capacity building, and international collaboration.

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]]> <![CDATA[Integrated pathway]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transition-toward-clean-and-green-energy/integrated-pathway/ 69f3326bfc70050001676367 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:05:26 +0300
  • An integrated pathway is presented in which low carbon fuel, strategic infrastructure, and digitalization are combined to achieve maritime decarbonization. A coordinated system approach is emphasized rather than isolated solutions
  • The absence of a single solution is highlighted, and a diverse portfolio of pathways is defined as necessary for both immediate deployment and long-term transition. A balance between practicality and scalability is established as a central objective
  • The alignment of fuel, infrastructure, and digital innovation is framed as essential to transform decarbonization goals into operational reality. Cross-sector coordination among ports, policy makers, and maritime stakeholders is emphasized
  • Global commitments such as emission reduction targets and green shipping corridors are positioned as key drivers of the integrated transition. Collective action across international stakeholders is identified as necessary for achieving these goals
  • Early adoption of integrated strategies is associated with competitive advantage, enabling ports and maritime nations to shape future trade flows and secure long-term relevance. Decarbonization is positioned as both an environmental imperative and an economic opportunity
]]> <![CDATA[Pillar 3: Digitalisation & innovation]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transition-toward-clean-and-green-energy/pillar-3-digitalisation-innovation/ 69f3326afc7005000167635f Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:05:03 +0300
  • The role of digitalization and innovation as the integrating pillar of maritime decarbonization is emphasized, enabling complex and electrified port systems to operate efficiently. Data, automation, and advanced analytics are positioned as essential for scalable emissions reduction
  • Digital twins are virtual replicas of port infrastructure that enable real-time monitoring, simulation, and optimization of operations. Emissions reduction is achieved through improved coordination, reduced congestion, and predictive maintenance
  • Data-driven port management systems are highlighted as tools for integrating vessel movement, energy consumption, and operational performance into a unified platform. Enhanced transparency and real-time carbon tracking are identified as critical for regulatory compliance and decision-making
  • The integration of artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technologies is emphasized for predictive maintenance, smart energy management, and sensor-based monitoring. Operational efficiency and emissions reduction are achieved without compromising performance
  • A comprehensive digital transformation strategy is outlined, including advanced management systems, blockchain-based traceability, and industry collaboration. Digitalization is positioned as a fundamental enabler of decarbonization, governance, and long-term competitiveness
]]> <![CDATA[Pillar 2: Strategic infrastructure development]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transition-toward-clean-and-green-energy/pillar-2-strategic-infrastructure-development/ 69f33268fc70050001676357 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:04:40 +0300
  • The critical role of strategic infrastructure development is emphasized, underscoring that low-carbon fuels alone are insufficient without supporting port capabilities. Ports are positioned as key enablers in energy transition, influencing fuel availability, operational efficiency, and emissions reduction
  • Early investment in green infrastructure, including electrification, shore power, and green bunkering facilities, is presented as essential for supporting next-generation vessels. Competitive advantage is associated with ports that align infrastructure with decarbonization goals and future trade routes
  • Electrification is identified as an immediate, deployable solution within port boundaries, enabling reductions through electric cargo-handling equipment, electric vehicles, and hybrid marine support vessels. Integration of renewable energy sources is emphasized to ensure genuine emissions reduction
  • The concept of smart ports is introduced, where digital infrastructure, such as digital twins, enables real-time monitoring, operational optimization, and data-driven decision-making. Improvements in efficiency, emissions reduction, and asset management are linked to digitalization
  • A structured pathway for infrastructure development is outlined, including expansion of green bunkering, scaling electrification, prioritizing shore-to-ship power, and enhancing intermodal connectivity. Strategic investment is framed as both an environmental necessity and a driver of long-term competitiveness
]]> <![CDATA[Pillar 1: Low-carbon fuel solutions]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transition-toward-clean-and-green-energy/pillar-1-low-carbon-fuel-solutions/ 69f33265fc7005000167634f Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:04:00 +0300
  • The central role of low-carbon fuel solutions in maritime decarbonization is emphasized, with fuel choice identified as a determining factor for achieving climate targets. A portfolio approach combining immediate bridge fuels and scalable zero-carbon solutions is presented
  • A lifecycle-based emissions perspective is introduced through well-to-wake analysis, enabling comparison of fuel options across upstream and downstream impacts. Green hydrogen and green ammonia are positioned as long-term zero-emission solutions requiring new vessel designs and infrastructure
  • Biofuel is highlighted as a practical, immediately deployable pathway that enables emissions reduction with minimal or no retrofitting of existing vessels. Its role as a transitional solution supporting energy security and green economic growth is emphasized
  • Green methanol is identified as a scalable near-term solution due to its familiarity with liquid handling and compatibility with existing infrastructure. Its potential to support net-zero pathways while attracting industry investment is underscored
  • A layered transition strategy is outlined, integrating multiple fuel pathways aligned with vessel types, trade routes, and time horizons. The importance of research, supply chain development, infrastructure investment, and policy support in advancing low-carbon fuel adoption is emphasized
]]> <![CDATA[Introduction]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transition-toward-clean-and-green-energy/introduction-3/ 69f33261fc70050001676347 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:03:00 +0300
  • A strategic roadmap toward a greener future for the global port and maritime industry is presented, emphasizing the sector’s role as the backbone of global trade. A critical turning point is highlighted due to rising demand and increasing pressure to reduce emissions
  • A coordinated approach is outlined that achieves decarbonization through low-carbon fuels, strategic infrastructure development, and digital innovation. Environmental responsibility is aligned with competitiveness and economic resilience
  • The urgency of decarbonization is emphasized, and a diverse portfolio of pathways is identified as necessary rather than a single solution. A practical and scalable transition toward a low-carbon maritime sector is framed as achievable
  • The contribution of global shipping to greenhouse gas emissions is quantified at nearly 3%, with future increases expected without decisive action. Alignment with international targets and collaboration among stakeholders are identified as essential
  • Global momentum toward decarbonization is reflected in national roadmaps, emission-reduction targets, and the development of green shipping corridors. Early action is positioned as a source of competitive advantage in shaping future trade flows and maritime relevance
]]> <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR COURSE-6: Transition Toward Clean and Green Energy]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/sadit-mar-course-6-transition-toward-clean-and-green-energy/ 69f331befc70050001676336 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:43:18 +0300

SADIT-MAR lecture titled “Transition Toward Clean and Green Energy” by Prof. M Faudzi Bin M Vasir, highlighting a coordinated pathway for maritime decarbonization through the integration of low-carbon fuels, strategic infrastructure, and digital innovation. The lecture emphasizes that, as global shipping demand increases, reducing emissions requires a portfolio of solutions, including biofuels, methanol, hydrogen, and ammonia, supported by investments in electrified and smart port systems. It also underscores the role of digital technologies, such as AI and digital twins, in enhancing operational efficiency, transparency, and data-driven decision-making across the maritime sector. The lecture highlights that aligning these three pillars enables a sustainable, competitive, and resilient maritime future without compromising trade and economic growth.

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Key topics covered in the lecture include

  • Low-carbon fuel solutions are defined as a portfolio of energy alternatives, including biofuels, methanol, hydrogen, and ammonia, aimed at reducing emissions across short-, medium-, and long-term maritime operations.
  • Strategic infrastructure development is presented as the transformation of ports through electrification, green bunkering, and intermodal connectivity to enable sustainable and competitive maritime operations.
  • Digitalization and innovation are described as the use of technologies such as artificial intelligence, IoT, and digital twins to optimize efficiency, transparency, and data-driven decision-making in maritime systems .
  • Integrated decarbonization pathways are highlighted as coordinated approaches in which fuel, infrastructure, and digital systems work together to achieve emissions reductions without compromising trade and economic growth.
  • Global alignment and policy coordination are emphasized as essential mechanisms that enable governments, ports, and stakeholders to collaborate within international frameworks to accelerate maritime decarbonization and ensure long-term sustainability.
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]]> <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR Webinar 6: Transition Toward Clean and Green Energy - Marine and Port Decarbonization Pathway]]> https://saditmar.org/blog/sadit-mar-webinar-6-transition-toward-clean-and-green-energy-marine-and-port-decarbonization-pathway/ 69dea8ea57e9020001e0b3a6 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:11:45 +0300

Our Monthly Webinar Series continues with groundbreaking insights into clean energy and marine decarbonization!

Sixth Webinar Featuring Prof. M. Faudzi — Energy Transition Expert - PETRONAS, former Senior General Manager.

We are honored to host Prof. Mohamad Faudzi Mohd Yasir, former Senior General Manager at PETRONAS, with nearly four decades of experience shaping the global energy landscape. He was the Group Technical Authority at PETRONAS and a board member of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Prof. Faudzi is an internationally recognized expert in energy transition strategies, renewable energy, hydrogen technologies, and sustainable maritime solutions.

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In this compelling webinar, Prof. Faudzi will explore the critical pathway to marine and port decarbonization, addressing how organizations can accelerate their transition to clean, green energy while maintaining operational excellence. His insights will illuminate strategic frameworks for low-carbon transformation in the maritime industry.

📆 April 20, 2026 🕔 16:00 to 17:00 (TRT/UTC+3)

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This webinar is part of SADIT-MAR's mission to advance safe, inclusive, and sustainable digital transformation in the maritime industry. Funded by Lloyd's Register Foundation, our global network connects leading researchers and institutions across six partner universities to address the opportunities and challenges of maritime digitalisation through research, capacity building, and international collaboration.

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]]> <![CDATA[Conclusions]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/conclusions-3/ 69c8cafb6158ec000168f027 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:17:01 +0300
  • Maritime digitalization is structured around digital technologies and smart systems, human safety and regulatory integration, and capacity building with sustainability considerations.
  • Future digital transformation is influenced by shared socioeconomic pathways, where factors such as population growth, economic growth, energy decisions, and education shape digitalization and digital inequality.
  • Developing maritime economies are characterized by rising exports of ocean-related goods, indicating significant potential for further growth.
  • Capacity building is defined as a set of procedures to develop skills, instincts, abilities, resources, and processes that enable societies to survive, adapt, and thrive in a digitalized economy.
  • Barriers including institutional, infrastructural, cyber security, and sociopolitical challenges are identified, while partnerships for the goals are emphasized as a key element for advancing development.
]]> <![CDATA[Capacity Building]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/capacity-building/ 69c8caf96158ec000168f01f Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:16:53 +0300
  • Capacity building is supported through the dissemination of standards that contain knowledge and best practices, enabling developing economies to benefit from shared experience and structured development approaches.
  • Standards are organized into key areas, including well-being, risk management, government capacity, and economic growth, covering health, education, financial stability, governance, and international connectivity.
  • Partnerships for the goals are emphasized through sustainable development frameworks, promoting official development assistance, financial support, and international cooperation in science, technology, and innovation.
  • The dissemination of environmentally sound technologies and the establishment of a technology bank are identified as mechanisms to improve access to knowledge and support efficient and sustainable development.
  • Multistakeholder and public-private partnerships are highlighted as essential for increasing exports, strengthening global trade participation, and ensuring coordinated development among governments, industry, and academia.
]]> <![CDATA[Barriers]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/barriers/ 69c8caf76158ec000168f017 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:16:42 +0300
  • Capacity building is defined as the development of skills, instincts, abilities, resources, and processes, aiming first for survival, then adaptation, and ultimately the ability to thrive through digitalization.
  • Constructive procedures such as research, innovation, data collection, and analysis are identified as essential for enabling the transition toward digitalization by strengthening internal capabilities.
  • Barriers to digital transformation are categorized into institutional, infrastructural, cybersecurity, economic, technological, and social factors, including governance fragmentation, poor internet connectivity, insufficient investment, and a shortage of skilled personnel.
  • Cybersecurity risks are highlighted through examples of attacks that cause data loss, operational disruption, and significant economic losses, underscoring the vulnerability of maritime systems.
  • Additional challenges, such as the gender gap in labor force participation and constraints on decarbonization, are identified, with digitalization, education, and policy measures identified as supporting factors for improvement.
]]> <![CDATA[Developing Maritime Economies]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/developing-maritime-economies/ 69c8caf46158ec000168f00f Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:16:30 +0300
  • Developing economies are characterized by limited per capita resources, economic imbalance, illiteracy, high infant mortality, poor infrastructure, and low personal incomes, resulting in limited choices and a reduced quality of life.
  • Developing maritime economies are described as increasing their role in exports of ocean-related goods and services, contributing to economic resilience, and creating job opportunities despite existing challenges.
  • Export patterns are concentrated in specific sectors, such as ships, ports, and equipment, creating risks that necessitate diversification to enhance resilience against future economic changes.
  • Small island developing states are highlighted for their high per capita participation in ocean trade, while they are exposed to significant risks, particularly related to climate change.
  • A global shift in maritime trade participation is indicated, with developing economies increasing their share while developed economies decrease, alongside regional variations across Asia, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania.
]]> <![CDATA[Shared Socioeconomical Pathways]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/shared-socioeconomical-pathways/ 69c8caf16158ec000168f007 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:16:16 +0300
  • Shared socioeconomic pathways are possible futures shaped by interacting factors such as land-use change, pollution, health, greenhouse gas emissions, economic growth, demographics, urbanization, and energy systems.
  • Different future scenarios are constructed based on variations in population growth, education, technological development, and energy transition, including scenarios with fossil fuel dominance or renewable energy adoption.
  • Digital transformation level is expressed as an index that varies by country and time, incorporating GDP per capita, population, research and development intensity, and other factors.
  • Digital inequality is a potential outcome of disparities in economic growth and rapid population growth, leading to uneven levels of digitalization across countries.
  • Capacity building is emphasized as a necessary approach to reduce differences in digitalization levels and to prevent unequal digital transformation among global populations.
]]> <![CDATA[Introduction Digital Transformation]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/introduction-digital-transformation/ 69c8ca8f6158ec000168effa Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:16:04 +0300
  • Digital transformation is the use of data and technologies, such as the internet, cloud computing, automation, digital twins, and artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Developing maritime economies are examined through their roles in maritime trade and the importance of capacity building in supporting digitalization.
  • Digitalization is characterized by openness to all disciplines and adaptability to new technologies, with applications identified in ship design, navigation, ports, logistics, and maintenance.
  • A framework of digitalization is structured around digital technologies and smart systems, human safety and regulatory integration, and capacity building with sustainability considerations.
  • An overview of digital transformation in developing maritime economies is provided through an analysis of influencing factors, the identification of needs and challenges, and the formulation of recommendations for safe maritime digitalization.
]]> <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR COURSE-5: Capacity Building for Safe Digital Transformation in Developing Maritime Economies]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/sadit-mar-course-5-capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/ 69c8c9fe6158ec000168efe8 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:15:35 +0300

SADIT-MAR lecture titled “Capacity Building for Safe Digital Transformation in Developing Maritime Economies” by Dr. José M. Cabrera has been published, highlighting how developing maritime economies are increasingly strengthening their role in global trade despite structural challenges such as limited infrastructure and digital inequality. The lecture emphasizes capacity building as a key driver of skill development, resources, and institutional capabilities, while addressing barriers such as governance fragmentation and cybersecurity risks, and underlines the importance of global standards and international cooperation to achieve an inclusive and sustainable digital transformation.

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Key topics covered in the lecture include

  • Digital transformation is the use of data and technologies, such as the internet, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital twins, to improve efficiency and quality of life in maritime contexts.
  • Shared socioeconomic pathways are presented as scenarios in which factors such as population growth, economic development, energy systems, and education influence digital transformation and potential digital inequality.
  • Developing maritime economies are characterized by limited resources, infrastructure challenges, and economic imbalances, yet increasing participation in ocean-related exports is observed.
  • Capacity building is the development of skills, abilities, resources, and processes to enable survival, adaptation, and long-term growth in a digitalized maritime sector.
  • Standards dissemination, international cooperation, and partnerships within sustainable development frameworks are highlighted as mechanisms to support digital transformation and reduce inequality.
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]]> <![CDATA[LAST CALL: The 11th International Conference on Ships and Offshore Structures (ICSOS 2026)]]> https://saditmar.org/blog/last-call-the-11th-international-conference-on-ships-and-offshore-structures-icsos-2026/ 69c16efee84a130001c3c8a8 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:55:01 +0300

October 4–7, 2026 | Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye

ICSOS 2026 invites authors to submit high-quality original research, case studies, and innovative contributions addressing advances in ships, offshore structures, and related maritime technologies.

  • ICSOS 2025 was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, bringing together 93 participants from 19 countries and underscoring the conference’s global character.
  • Selected papers will be promoted to special issues of the Ships and Offshore Structures journal and the Seatific Journal, providing a rapid publication pathway.

SCOPE AND TOPICS

  • Ship design, construction, and operation
  • Offshore platforms and subsea engineering
  • Hydrodynamics, propulsion, and marine engineering
  • Structural design and materials
  • Stability, damage, and safety analysis
  • Renewable energy and zero-emission technologies
  • Digital shipyards and autonomous vessels
  • Artificial intelligence, digital twins, and IoT systems
  • Arctic and polar engineering
  • Risk assessment and emergency management
  • Human factors and cyber security

IMPORTANT DATES

  • ABSTRACT SUBMISSION: 1 April 2026
  • Full Paper Submission: 15 May 2026
  • Full Paper Review & Selection Notice: 15 June 2026
  • Submission of Revised Papers: 1 July 2026
  • Revised Paper Review: 15 July 2026
  • Final Paper Submission: 1 August 2026
  • Conference Presentations: 4–7 October 2026
  • Journal Publication: End of 2026 onwards

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE

Submit abstracts and full papers via email to: submission@icsos.info

You will receive a submission confirmation within 48 hours. If not received, please resubmit to ensure delivery.

PUBLICATION & BENEFITS

  • Conference proceedings available to registered participants
  • High-quality papers invited for special issues in:
  • Fast-track journal review process
  • Exceptional visibility for your research

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

  • October 4, 2026: Social activities and networking
  • October 5–7, 2026: Technical presentations and discussions

REVIEW & EVALUATION

All papers undergo rigorous double-blind peer review by an outstanding international scientific committee. Selection criteria include originality, significance, clarity, and practical relevance.

CONFERENCE CO-CHAIRS

  • Dr. Serdar Turgut İnce, Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye
  • Dr. Ümit Güneş, Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye
  • Prof. Sören Ehlers, Technical University of Hamburg, Germany
  • Prof. Jeom-Kee Paik FREng, University College London, UK

Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye

CONTACT INFORMATION

For sponsorship opportunities or additional information, please contact the conference chairs.

]]> <![CDATA[CALL FOR PAPERS: The 11th International Conference on Ships and Offshore Structures (ICSOS 2026)]]> https://saditmar.org/blog/call-for-papers-the-11th-international-conference-on-ships-and-offshore-structures-icsos-2026/ 69a6bba8b4b87c00013bd937 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:14:27 +0300

October 4–7, 2026 | Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye

ICSOS 2026 invites authors to submit high-quality original research, case studies, and innovative contributions addressing advances in ships, offshore structures, and related maritime technologies.

  • ICSOS 2025 was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, bringing together 93 participants from 19 countries and underscoring the conference’s global character.
  • Selected papers will be promoted to special issues of the Ships and Offshore Structures journal and the Seatific Journal, providing a rapid publication pathway.

SCOPE AND TOPICS

  • Ship design, construction, and operation
  • Offshore platforms and subsea engineering
  • Hydrodynamics, propulsion, and marine engineering
  • Structural design and materials
  • Stability, damage, and safety analysis
  • Renewable energy and zero-emission technologies
  • Digital shipyards and autonomous vessels
  • Artificial intelligence, digital twins, and IoT systems
  • Arctic and polar engineering
  • Risk assessment and emergency management
  • Human factors and cyber security

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Abstract Submission: 1 April 2026
  • Full Paper Submission: 15 May 2026
  • Full Paper Review & Selection Notice: 15 June 2026
  • Submission of Revised Papers: 1 July 2026
  • Revised Paper Review: 15 July 2026
  • Final Paper Submission: 1 August 2026
  • Conference Presentations: 4–7 October 2026
  • Journal Publication: End of 2026 onwards

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE

Submit abstracts and full papers via email to: submission@icsos.info

You will receive a submission confirmation within 48 hours. If not received, please resubmit to ensure delivery.

PUBLICATION & BENEFITS

  • Conference proceedings available to registered participants
  • High-quality papers invited for special issues in:
  • Fast-track journal review process
  • Exceptional visibility for your research

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

  • October 4, 2026: Social activities and networking
  • October 5–7, 2026: Technical presentations and discussions

REVIEW & EVALUATION

All papers undergo rigorous double-blind peer review by an outstanding international scientific committee. Selection criteria include originality, significance, clarity, and practical relevance.

CONFERENCE CO-CHAIRS

  • Dr. Serdar Turgut İnce, Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye
  • Dr. Ümit Güneş, Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye
  • Prof. Sören Ehlers, Technical University of Hamburg, Germany
  • Prof. Jeom-Kee Paik FREng, University College London, UK

Yıldız Technical University, Istanbul, Türkiye

CONTACT INFORMATION

For sponsorship opportunities or additional information, please contact the conference chairs.

]]> <![CDATA[Education and Future Vision]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transformative-technologies-shaping-the-next-century-of-the-maritime/education-and-future-vision/ 699d5acf04e7f70001009047 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:01:58 +0300
  • A transition from prescriptive rules toward performance-based regulatory frameworks is described, where ships are required to continuously demonstrate safety, reliability, and resilience under real operating conditions
  • Regulators are repositioned as data partners engaging with trusted real-time information from living digital twins and digital healthcare engineering systems, with certification extended to models, algorithms, and data integrity
  • Engineering education is reframed around the concept of the system doctor, integrating mechanics, materials, data science, artificial intelligence, human factors, and systems engineering across the entire life cycle
  • Ethical literacy, AI literacy, and recognition of humans as integral components of engineered systems are emphasized as central to safety, resilience, and performance
  • Ships of the next century are characterized as safer, resilient to extremes, aware of their own condition, and capable of preventing failure through real-time intelligence and adaptive learning
  • A shift from ships that are merely operated to ships that are genuinely cared for is articulated, aligning safety, sustainability, autonomy, and human well-being across the entire life cycle
]]> <![CDATA[Digital Healthcare Engineering]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transformative-technologies-shaping-the-next-century-of-the-maritime/digital-healthcare-engineering/ 699d5a8d04e7f70001009038 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:01:02 +0300
  • Digital healthcare engineering is introduced as a unifying life cycle framework in which ships are treated as patients and engineering is reframed as continuous healthcare based on real-time monitoring, early diagnosis, predictive assessment, and timely intervention
  • Real-time sensing, living digital twins, secure data transmission, and AI-driven intelligence are integrated into a single coherent system, enabling adaptive care under aging, uncertainty, and changing operational demands
  • Engineering healthcare is defined across four inseparable dimensions: structural integrity, machinery condition, environmental exposure, and human well-being, with safety emerging from their tightly coupled interactions
  • Preventive and holistic health preservation is emphasized, shifting the focus from episodic inspection and repair toward continuous intelligent life cycle care across the entire sociotechnical system
  • A five-module architecture is outlined, consisting of real-time multimodal sensing, secure data transmission, digital twin simulation, AI-enhanced diagnostics, and predictive health management operating as a unified healthcare system
  • Life cycle integration from concept design through construction, operation, life extension, and decommissioning is described as transforming ship engineering into a cradle-to-grave discipline grounded in continuous knowledge
  • Continuous structural and machinery healthcare is enabled through nonlinear finite element digital twins, condition-based and predictive maintenance, and AI-driven fault diagnosis and prognosis for remaining useful life estimation
  • Human well-being, cognitive load, ethical safeguards, and resilience-oriented design are embedded within living cyber-physical systems, distinguishing digital healthcare engineering from conventional structural health monitoring
]]> <![CDATA[Transformative Technologies]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transformative-technologies-shaping-the-next-century-of-the-maritime/transformative-technologies/ 699d5a4404e7f70001009023 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:00:03 +0300
  • Transformative technologies such as sensors, artificial intelligence, digital twins, secure communication, high-performance computing, and autonomy are characterized as converging into intelligent cyber-physical maritime systems rather than acting as isolated innovations
  • Real-time sensing, physics-based digital twins, AI-driven interpretation, secure data integrity, and continuous prediction are framed as forming coherent, living, adaptive, and trustworthy systems
  • Static digital models used only for design, approval, and certification are contrasted with living digital twins that evolve continuously with operational and environmental data across the entire life cycle
  • A fusion of physics-based models and data-driven methods is described as enabling reliable prediction of structural response, system performance, degradation, and remaining useful life, while supporting maintenance and operational decisions
  • A shift from AI as statistical pattern recognition toward physics-informed AI as engineering intelligence is presented as essential for diagnostics, prognostics, decision support, and explainable safety-critical reasoning
  • Reliable, continuous, and secure satellite communication supported by blockchain-secured data transmission is positioned to establish data integrity, provenance, and trust for certification, life cycle management, and regulatory decision-making
  • Energy sovereign ships are defined as vessels capable of producing, managing, and sustaining their own energy over 50 to 100 years, with small modular reactors, advanced alternative fuels, and embedded crashworthy, failsafe design philosophies
  • Autonomy is framed as human repositioning within resilient sociotechnical systems, where human-in-the-loop supervision, ethical boundaries, and system healthcare remain integral to safety, accountability, and trust
]]> <![CDATA[Challenges Faced]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transformative-technologies-shaping-the-next-century-of-the-maritime/challenges-faced/ 699d59e504e7f70001009013 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:58:48 +0300
  • Multiple converging crises are described, including decarbonization pressure driven by climate change, extreme weather exposure, aging fleets operating beyond design life, human factor challenges, and cyber-physical system risks
  • These interacting and reinforcing pressures are framed as a systemic crisis requiring system-level solutions rather than isolated technical fixes
  • A shift from ships as static products to ships as tightly coupled living systems is articulated, where structure, machinery, human operators, and the environment evolve together across extended lifetimes
  • Engineering is repositioned from construction toward lifelong care, with performance, safety, and sustainability emerging from system interactions rather than isolated components
  • Decarbonization is presented as a life cycle systems problem involving CAPEX optimization, OPEX optimization, enlarged ship size, extended design life, and trade-offs across LNG, ammonia, hydrogen, methanol, nuclear, and SMR-powered ships
  • Integrated energy and information systems supported by AI, digital twin-driven real-time monitoring, intelligent healthcare, and adaptive decision-making are characterized as indispensable for low-carbon shipping and autonomous level four ships
  • A transition in safety philosophy from avoiding failure to surviving failure is emphasized, highlighting crashworthiness, real-time situational awareness, and system-level resilience under extreme and unpredictable scenarios
  • Continuous health awareness beyond periodic inspection and survey, together with human-centered engineering that supports cognitive performance within complex digital systems, is positioned as essential for aging fleets and future maritime operations
]]> <![CDATA[Paradigm Shift and New Approach]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transformative-technologies-shaping-the-next-century-of-the-maritime/paradigm-shift-and-new-approach/ 699d599f04e7f70001009004 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:56:52 +0300
  • Rapid digitalization in the maritime sector is characterized by ships filled with sensors, dashboards, and data streams measuring structural loads, motions, machinery performance, and environmental conditions
  • A paradox of more data but less understanding is highlighted, where data without physical meaning, context, and integration is described as noise rather than actionable insight
  • Many digital twins are portrayed as static models updated infrequently and disconnected from operational decision-making, creating an illusion of progress when safety and reliability are not improved
  • A shift toward tightly coupled real-time sensing, physics-based digital twins, engineering models, and domain expertise is framed as necessary for transforming data into actionable knowledge
  • The limitations of inspection after damage, reactive maintenance, and component-by-component thinking are identified as misaligned with long, tightly coupled sociotechnical systems
  • A paradigm shift toward digital healthcare engineering is presented, emphasizing continuous monitoring, diagnosis, early intervention, predictive engineering, and integrated ecosystems of structures, machinery, digital systems, human operators, and the environment
]]> <![CDATA[Introduction and Current State]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/transformative-technologies-shaping-the-next-century-of-the-maritime/introduction-and-current-state/ 699d594704e7f70001008fef Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:55:38 +0300
  • The maritime sector is positioned as the backbone of global civilization, with more than 90% of global trade by volume transported by sea and long-life sociotechnical systems operating in harsh and evolving environments
  • Foundational pillars of safety, sustainability, and cost effectiveness are described as being under unprecedented pressure, particularly under the ambition of achieving 100% zero emission shipping
  • A historical pattern of disruptive technological leaps—from steam to diesel, automation, and digitalization—is outlined, with transformations occurring at the system level rather than through incremental change
  • Safety, labor, and economics are characterized as being simultaneously reshaped during each transition, requiring new regulations, training, organizational structures, and approaches to responsibility and risk
  • An emerging era defined by artificial intelligence, digital twins, ultra-low latency communication via LEO satellites, and increasing autonomy is presented as shaping ships that will operate in a hotter, more uncertain, yet more connected world
  • The limitations of the inspect after failure paradigm and static rules and standards are emphasized, and a fundamentally new paradigm for lifelong operation, resilience, and tightly coupled systems is framed as necessary for the next century of maritime engineering
]]> <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR COURSE-4: Transformative Technologies Shaping the Next Century of the Maritime Sector]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/sadit-mar-course-4-transformative-technologies-shaping-the-next-century-of-the-maritime/ 699d567c04e7f70001008fbd Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:47:56 +0300

SADIT-MAR lecture titled “Transformative Technologies Shaping the Next Century of the Maritime Sector” by Dr. Jeom-Kee Paik has been published, exploring Digital Healthcare Engineering (DHE)—a life-cycle, real-time, intelligent framework that integrates sensing, digital twins, secure data transmission, and AI diagnostics. This innovative approach aims to facilitate predictive health management, enhance safety, promote decarbonization, and create resilient, human-centered maritime systems.

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Key topics covered in the lecture include

  • The maritime sector is presented as the backbone of global civilization, with long-life sociotechnical systems operating under safety, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness pillars now under decarbonization pressure and systemic transformation
  • A historical pattern of disruptive technological leaps from steam to diesel, automation, and digitalization is framed as leading to another system-level transformation rather than incremental change
  • Rapid digitalization is described as generating extensive sensing and data streams, yet a paradox of more data but less understanding emerges when digital twins remain static and disconnected from operational decision-making
  • A paradigm shift from inspection after failure toward healthcare, predictive engineering, and integrated ecosystems of structures, machinery, digital systems, human operators, and the environment is positioned as necessary
  • Converging crises, including climate change, aging fleets, human factors, and cyber-physical system risks, are characterized as a systemic challenge requiring life cycle systems solutions and human-centered engineering
  • Transformative technologies such as sensors, physics-informed AI, living digital twins, secure satellite communication, blockchain-secured data transmission, autonomy, and energy sovereign ships are described as converging into intelligent cyber-physical maritime systems supported by performance-based safety assurance
  • Digital healthcare engineering is defined as a five-module life cycle framework integrating real-time multimodal sensing, secure data transmission, digital twin simulation, AI-enhanced diagnostics, predictive health management, regulatory transformation, and system doctor-oriented engineering education
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]]> <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR Webinar 5: Capacity Building for Safe Digital Transformation in Developing Maritime Economies]]> https://saditmar.org/blog/sadit-mar-webinar-5-capacity-building-for-safe-digital-transformation-in-developing-maritime-economies/ 698cb916a814810001432c86 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:27:15 +0300

Our monthly webinar series continues with an insightful exploration of how developing maritime economies are shaping the future of digital transformation in the maritime sector.

This webinar focuses on the role of developing maritime economies in the future of digital transformation. It will explore how the complex and dynamic process of digitalisation is influenced by interactions among countries and key factors, including the economy, population, education, energy, and technology development. The discussion aims to identify needs, opportunities, and challenges for developing maritime economies.

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Puebla. Dr José M Cabrera is an associate professor of structural engineering and head of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of the Americas Puebla (UDLAP). His research focuses on the dynamics of marine structures, reliability, and life-cycle cost analysis of infrastructure, and hydro-meteorological risks.

📆 February 17, 2026 🕔 18:00 to 19:00 (TRT/UTC+3)

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This webinar is part of SADIT-MAR's mission to advance safe, inclusive, and sustainable digital transformation in the maritime industry. Funded by Lloyd's Register Foundation, our global network connects leading researchers and institutions across six partner universities to address the opportunities and challenges of maritime digitalisation through research, capacity building, and international collaboration.

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]]> <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR International Workshop Series-1]]> https://saditmar.org/blog/sadit-mar-international-workshop-series-1/ 6985b4703287920001b13557 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:00:07 +0300

The first SADIT-MAR Workshop will mark the official launch of an international academic network dedicated to safe digital transformation in the maritime industry, and will take place on 11–13 February 2026 in Hamburg and Rostock, Germany. Hosted by Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) and the University of Rostock, the workshop will bring together leading researchers, engineers, and policy-aware experts to address emerging challenges related to digitalisation, safety, and resilience in maritime systems. Through interdisciplinary dialogue, the event aims to bridge technological, regulatory, and human factors perspectives, with a particular focus on supporting inclusive and sustainable digital practices across diverse economic contexts.

The three-day programme combines thematic presentations, laboratory visits, and industrial engagement, including hands-on sessions at TUHH, research facilities in Rostock, and a technical visit to MMG’s propeller production site. By fostering close interaction between academia and industry, the workshop will help identify key research gaps, strengthen international collaboration, and shape a shared roadmap for safer maritime digital transformation under the SADIT-MAR framework.

February 11, 2026 – TUHH Day (Hamburg)

  • 10:00 Welcome session at Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH)
  • 10:15 Laboratory tours (Wind Tunnel and Hydrodynamics Laboratory, DLR School Lab, Strength and Structural Testing Laboratory)
  • 12:30 Technical presentations (Session I)
  • 13:00 Lunch
  • 14:00 Technical presentations (Session II)
  • 16:45 Closing of Day 1
  • 20:00 Networking dinner in Hamburg

February 12, 2026 – Industry Visit

  • 08:38 – 11:29 Train travel from Hamburg to Rostock
  • 12:00 Visit to MMG propeller production facilities
  • 18:30 Group dinner and informal discussions

February 13, 2026 – Rostock Day

  • 09:30 Welcome session at the University of Rostock
  • 09:45 Laboratory visits and technical demonstrations
  • 12:30 Lunch
  • 13:30 Workshop discussions and thematic sessions
  • 15:30 Concluding session and workshop wrap-up

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]]> <![CDATA[SADIT-MAR COURSE-3: Intelligent Energy Management for Hybrid Propulsion Systems]]> https://saditmar.org/blog/sadit-mar-course-3-intelligent-energy-management-for-hybrid-propulsion-systems/ 696ce12519bd590001efe611 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:47:24 +0300

SADIT-MAR lecture titled “Intelligent Energy Management for Hybrid Propulsion Systems” by Dr. Peng Wu has been published, offering a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective on the decarbonization of maritime propulsion through hybrid technologies. In this lecture, the motivation, system-level challenges, and advanced control approaches for hybrid propulsion systems are systematically addressed. State-of-the-art methods based on optimization and deep reinforcement learning are introduced, and their applicability is demonstrated through realistic marine case studies. The lecture brings together theory, modeling, and real-world implementation within a unified and generic energy management framework.

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Key topics covered in the lecture include

  • The motivation for decarbonizing the maritime industry is introduced, with greenhouse gas, NOx, and SOx emissions from global and coastal shipping highlighted, along with the pressure to achieve significant emission reductions by 2050.
  • Marine propulsion using batteries and fuel cells is reviewed, including current battery-powered and hybrid ship applications, relevant fuel cell technologies for marine use, and key limitations inalong with operational concepts such as plug-in operation, energy storage, and the supply of auxiliary and propulsion loads energy density, degradation, and system integration.
  • Hybrid propulsion systems combining fuel cells, batteries, and shore power are presented, along with operational concepts such as plug-in operation, energy storage, and the supply of auxiliary and propulsion loads.
  • The formulation of the energy management problem as a Markov decision process is explained, showing how a generic, multi-objective energy management framework for hybrid propulsion systems is established.
  • The use of reinforcement learning and deep reinforcement learning for optimal power distribution between fuel cells and batteries is demonstrated, and performance close to the offline optimum under uncertainty is highlighted.
  • A generic energy management framework is demonstrated through application to a real ship, and its potential for extension beyond marine applications to other sectors is emphasized.
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]]> <![CDATA[Early stage projects]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/intelligent-energy-management-for-hybrid-propulsion-systems/early-stage-projects/ 696c7af619bd590001efe5f1 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:18:13 +0300
  • It is explained that early-stage pilot projects are emerging, particularly in China, focusing on charging vessels with battery capacities exceeding two megawatts. It is highlighted that these projects demonstrate what is currently achievable.
  • From a global perspective, it is explained that large-scale planning is required for major ports. UK ports such as Southampton and Dover are used as examples of ports where many vessels regularly call.
  • It is explained that supplying energy to a large number of vessels requires significant electrical capacity. It is emphasized that this demand places strong requirements on support from the national grid.
]]> <![CDATA[Conclusions]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/intelligent-energy-management-for-hybrid-propulsion-systems/conclusions-2/ 696c7af219bd590001efe5e9 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:18:00 +0300
  • The development of a hybrid propulsion system model using fuel cells and batteries is explained. It is emphasized that the system is optimized under a multi-objective setting.
  • How the energy management problem is formulated using a Markov decision process is explained. It is highlighted that this formulation represents a generic energy management framework applicable to hybrid propulsion systems.
  • How deep networks are used to solve the optimal energy management problem is explained. The application of reinforcement learning to control system operation is focused on.
  • How the reinforcement learning energy management framework can be generalized beyond marine applications is explained. It is noted that the same framework can be extended to other sectors.
]]> <![CDATA[Results of Energy Management]]> https://saditmar.org/courses/intelligent-energy-management-for-hybrid-propulsion-systems/results-of-energy-management/ 696c7a4c19bd590001efe5cf Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:16:24 +0300
  • The load profile for one voyage, including ferry departure, transit from A to B, and arrival at port, is explained. The total power demand from the propulsion system and onboard systems is emphasized.
  • The offline optimal case, in which the future power demand for the voyage is known, is explained. It is shown that most of the transit power is supplied by the fuel cell with relatively constant output, after which power is reduced and the fuel cell is shut down before port arrival while shore power is used to charge the battery.
  • How different reinforcement learning agents are used to distribute fuel-cell and battery power without knowledge of the next time step is explained. It is highlighted that discrete Q-learning follows the general trend but also causes frequent and unnecessary power fluctuations.
  • It is explained that deep reinforcement learning with a deep network yields more confident and stable control decisions. It is emphasized that the resulting power split is very close to the offline optimum despite uncertainty.
  • The comparisons of emissions, emission ratios, and costs with the offline optimum are explained. It is concluded that most agents perform only a few percent away from the optimum, and a generic energy management framework applied to an actual ship is introduced.
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