Maritime Policy and Strategy Planning

Purpose

• Formulation of new regulations and frameworks related to international rules
• Solving issues for the development of the shipbuilding industry
• Solving issues related to the pilotage system
• Improving the working environment for domestic vessel crew
• Improvement plans for remote island routes based on needs
• Route and management diagnosis
• Research related to operational improvement

Research Support for LNG Bunkering and Related Topics

Recently, environmental awareness has increased, and international environmental regulations have been strengthened. Ships are also required to comply with emission regulations, and in 2020, regulations on sulfur oxides (SOx) were tightened. As a result, the shift from heavy oil to LNG, LPG, methanol, etc., is progressing, and the introduction of ships using these fuels is increasing worldwide. In Japan as well, the operation of LNG-fueled ships is being planned one after another.
For bunkering vessels supplying LNG-fueled ships, it is necessary to establish new regulations and frameworks for safe operation.
Japan Marine Science conducts consistent research and studies from the planning stage of LNG bunkering vessel construction to the formulation of actual operational procedures. Maritime experts are involved from the planning stage, supporting policy formulation for government agencies and local governments.

Improvement Plans for Remote Island Routes

Remote island routes are essential means of transportation and goods delivery for island residents. When securing, maintaining, and improving these routes, it is important to consider measures that balance service levels with sustainability according to the needs of the islands.
To further enhance the sustainability of remote island routes, it is necessary to increase the number of users and the volume of cargo transported. This requires not only the efforts of route operators but also initiatives such as tourism promotion and regional development by the entire island community.
Japan Marine Science first conducts route and management diagnosis by business management experts. Next, vessel operation experts conduct research and make proposals for operational improvement. We support the formulation of route improvement plans that include vessel specifications tailored to the needs.