Half-century research developments in maritime accidents: Future directions
1Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong.
Accident; Analysis and Prevention
|April 24, 2016
Summary
Maritime accident research has evolved significantly over 50 years, shifting focus from naval architecture to human error and socio-economic factors. Future studies will be multi-disciplinary, utilizing advanced methods for enhanced maritime safety.
Area of Science:
- Maritime Safety Research
- Accident Analysis
- Naval Architecture & Human Factors
Background:
- Maritime accident research has evolved over 50 years.
- Understanding this evolution is crucial for improving future maritime safety and reducing risks.
- A comprehensive review of 572 papers from 1965-2014 provides insights into this progression.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the evolution of maritime accident research over five decades.
- To identify trends in researchers, journals, disciplines, methods, causes, and data sources.
- To inform future research directions for enhanced maritime safety.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of 572 papers.
- Analysis of publications from 125 journals between 1965 and 2014.
- Identification and explanation of evolutionary patterns in research.
Main Results:
- The primary focus of maritime accident research has shifted from naval architecture to human error.
- Future research is expected to increasingly incorporate socio-economic factors.
- Trends indicate a move towards multi-disciplinary approaches, diverse data sources, and advanced methodologies.
Conclusions:
- Maritime accident research has transformed significantly, broadening its scope.
- Future research must adopt integrated approaches to address complex interactions influencing safety.
- This evolution is vital for minimizing risks to vessels, lives, cargo, and the marine environment.
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