Search for dissertations about: "maritime transport"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 39 swedish dissertations containing the words maritime transport.

  2. 6. Creating clarity and managing complexity through co-operation and communication : The case of Swedish icebreaker operations

    Author : Magnus Boström; Jesper Andreasson; Cecilia Österman; Carl Hult; Johan Karltun; Linnéuniversitetet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; maritime safety; organization; human factors; closed-loop communication; Standard Marine Communication Phrases; misunderstanding; other-initiated repair; Sjöfartsvetenskap; Maritime Science;

    Abstract : Sea transportation is vital for the global economy, and the amount of seaborne trade is expected to increase in the future. In some areas, icebreakers are necessary for maintaining open shipping lanes all-year round and ensuring safe navigation. READ MORE

  4. 7. Assessing Safety Risks for the Sea Transport Link of a Multimodal Dangerous Goods Transport Chain

    Author : Ellis Joanne; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; dangerous goods; cargo transport units; accident; spills; maritime safety; risk analysis; incidents; container ships;

    Abstract : Transport of goods in containers and cargo transport units by sea as part of multimodal transport chains presents unique challenges from a safety perspective. The units can hold a broad mix of cargo types, including dangerous goods with hazardous properties. READ MORE

  5. 8. On the impact of noise and energy demand from traffic : An assessment using microscopic modelling

    Author : Johan Nygren; Susann Boij; Romain Rumpler; Ciarán J. O'Reilly; Arnaud Can; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Traffic simulation; sustainable transport; noise emissions; environmental impact; energy efficiency; Trafiksimulering; hållbar transport; buller; miljöpåverkan; energieffektivitet; Vehicle and Maritime Engineering; Farkostteknik;

    Abstract : Noise emissions from transportation remain one of the greatest environmental issues of modern day. Inhabitants in urban environments are especially exposed, with almost 80 million people in the European Union exposed to noise levels exceeding the recommended limits set by the World Health Organization (WHO). READ MORE

  6. 9. Just-in-Time Arrival in Port Calls : Potential and Implementation

    Author : Abdalla Mubder; Anna Fredriksson; Joakim Kalantari; Niklas Arvidsson; Linda Styhre; Abd Alla Ali Mubder Mubder; Statens väg- och transportforskningsinstitut; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Maritime transportation; Port call process; Just-in-Time arrival; Coordination and information sharing; Port community system;

    Abstract : There is an urgent need to reduce emissions from maritime transportation to meet environmental targets set by international organizations and governments. To reduce emissions from maritime transportation, technical, market-based, and operational measures can be used. READ MORE

  7. 10. Vessel Traffic Service (VTS): a maritime information service or traffic control system?

    Author : Gesa Praetorius; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Cognitive Systems Engineering; Performance Variability; Resilience Engineering; Traffic Management; Functional Resonance Analysis Method FRAM ; Vessel Traffic Service;

    Abstract : Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) is a shore-side maritime assistance service that supports bridge teams in their safe navigation of port approaches and other areas that present navigational difficulties. The VTS is implemented in national waters and provides vessels with information through transmissions and broadcasts on Very High Frequency (VHF) radio. READ MORE