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Development of Ro-Ro Transport in the Mediterranean

Continuing Professional Development for Mariners

Scientific Bulletin of Naval Academy

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is now a part of our life in exponentially changing pos... more Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is now a part of our life in exponentially changing posture of the world. We are living in disrupted development which requires to adopt new technologies in our profession as well as to support emerging new professions. It is important for professionals to keep up with technologic developments and enable themselves to adopt challenging requirements. All the leading parties of maritime industry should understand and evaluate the future of the maritime business and advice the Maritime Education and Training (MET) and research institutes to prepare CPD programmes for mariners. More important the maritime industry should decide their requirement for CPD and manage themselves to get benefit from the CPD to secure their business ensuring their employers’ career development to adapt to challenging requirements. The purpose of this research is to evaluate what kind of initiatives should be started to achieve a reliable and sustainable CPD system for...

Use of simulators for the development and assessment of the soft skills of cadets

A study on marine pollution problems in blacksea and mitigation of the deficiencies

Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, 2017

The Prospective Posture of Maritime Education in Support of Smart Shipping

Journal of Marine Technology and Environment, 2022

Maritime education covers the main seafarer's education, but after emerging of a new profession i... more Maritime education covers the main seafarer's education, but after emerging of a new profession in the maritime sector it has started to cover some other aspects of the industry such as port management, fleet management, shipyard management, etc. Additionally, the exponential development of technology enforced education planners to review and revise their programs frequently to meet the expectation of new technological and management structures. Realizing this situation, academicians in the maritime field should understand the new posture of the maritime industry and define their role and missions in the light of the new requirements of the maritime sector. This research aims to investigate the new role and the missions of maritime education institutes considering developments in science and technology in the next decade. In the first step, it is important to understand technological development affecting the maritime sector and imagine the future structure and requirements of the sector. Based on the results of this study a comprehensive study must be done to define what must be done in the education system to respond to new requirements. This research must be exhaustive and detailed. The problem areas are clearly defined and summarized as findings at the end of this step. These requirements must be adopted with academic programs. Adaptation of these corrective proposals to existing academic programs should be discussed considering how these new proposals are associated with the existing programs and/or matched with other related programs This study will assist the academicians and researchers who work on the development of the maritime education and training system using the results of this study.

Possible dangers of automation failures on board and measures to avoid the negative effects of these failures

Scientific Bulletin of Naval Academy, 2019

The first priority of the IMO (International Maritime Organization) is to ensure safety at sea. T... more The first priority of the IMO (International Maritime Organization) is to ensure safety at sea. The ships are the critical elements of the shipping. The ships are the largest vehicles of the world and equipped with state of art management systems which are mostly furnished with highly automated systems. Any automated system failure may cause fatal accidents that hamper the human life, ship, and environment as well as ports and terminals. Automated systems facilitate the management of the ships and reduce manpower requirements. Unfortunately, the seafarers assume these high technology products are very reliable and mostly neglects any possible failure on these systems. If we investigate seafarer's education and training systems, curricula do not cover sufficient knowledge on operation principles and limitations of automated systems. This insufficiency negatively affects their counteractions in case of an automation failure which endangers the safety of the sea. The application of...

Türki̇yede Yükseköğreti̇mi̇n Kali̇tesi̇ni̇ Etki̇leyen Önemli̇ Sorunlar

International Journal of Social Humanities Sciences Research (JSHSR), 2018

World Economy, Seaborne Trade And Posture Of Marıtıme Sector In The Next Decade

Social Sciences Studies Journal, 2019

The Facts, Figures and Considerations for Gender Discrimination

Social Sciences Studies Journal, 2018

The discrimination defined as "unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people,... more The discrimination defined as "unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex". Most people could have not been affected from discrimination because of his/her race, ethnicity or colour. But there is no one who has not been involved in woman discrimination having a wife, a mother, a sister or daughter. The discrimination of women in the world is still a very huge problem; even many strong efforts are spent to secure the woman rights throughout the world. Although gender discrimination still exists in many professions, the situation in the maritime community is more pressing than the other sectors. Shipping has historically been a male dominated industry and that tradition runs long. One of the reasons as to why women have never taken this career option very seriously is this fact. There is little encouragement to face the very male dominated and competitive career path due to a lack of female role models. Besides one of the biggest challenges for women in this field is combating perceptions that such jobs are meant only for men and require a skill set more associated with the. Many women fear to enter the man's world as they believe that they might face physical harassments and violence or severe verbal abuse as well as low levels of support from co-workers. Therefore one of the priorities of the international maritime community is to find a way to make women feel that their gender does not govern how they perform in a working environment and thus make it easier for women to pursue and achieve their dreams. This article intends to discuss basic facts, figures and considerations for gender discrimination to provide a basis for the future works of the Project MENTORESS (Maritime Education Network To Orient and Retain Women for Efficient Seagoing Services) led by Piri Reis University under Erasmus Plus Strategic Partnership in association with partner maritime universities from Bulgaria, Romania and Poland.

Gemi̇lerde Ci̇nsi̇yet Farklilaşmasinin Avantaj Ve Dezavantajlari

Social Sciences Studies Journal, 2018

The aim of this study is to explore the advantages and disadvantages of gender diversification in... more The aim of this study is to explore the advantages and disadvantages of gender diversification in the maritime world. Diversity is a significant tool to refrain discrimination. Gender characteristics of crew board members are used as the proxies for diversity. In this study finds that gender diversity may create advantages and disadvantages. Comparing this facts it is found that gender diversity may improve performance of crew. Appropriate usage of gender's specific characteristic as a tool to change boring and stereotype life on board, the life at sea may be more attractive and better provide to improve performance. It is not hard work if necessary action taken by maritime community in particular shipping companies.

Konteyner Terminaline Yapılacak Optimum Yatırımın Seçiminde Bilgisayar Simülasyon Modellemesinin Kullanımı

II.Ulusal Liman Kongresi, 2015

Ulaştırma ve küresel ticari faaliyetlerde limanlar çok önemli rol oynamaktadır. Her gün milyonla... more Ulaştırma ve küresel ticari faaliyetlerde limanlar çok önemli rol
oynamaktadır. Her gün milyonlarca ton ticari mal dünya ekonomisinin
işleyişi içinde limanlarda işlenmektedir. Limanların düzgün ve etkin
çalışmasının sağlanmasında ve terminal altyapı yeteneklerinin
geliştirilmesinde en uygun yatırım alternatifinin seçimi için, matematiksel
optimizasyon tekniklerinin kullanımı gerekli olmaktadır.
Bu çalışmada; bir konteyner terminali altyapısının geliştirilmesi için
optimum yatırım alternatifi seçiminde, simülasyon modellerinin ve Veri
Zarflama Analizi optimizasyon yönteminin avantajlarını birleştiren bir
yaklaşım kullanılmıştır. Bu amaçla, bir intermodal konteyner terminalinde
yürütülen faaliyetlerin bezetimini yapan ayrık (discrete) simülasyon modeli
kullanılarak, limanda aylık olarak işlenen toplam konteyner sayısının ve
ortalama gemi servis süresinin farklı yatırım senaryoları için tahmin edilmesi
yaklaşımı esas alınmıştır. Hedef olarak seçilen konteyner terminali için
optimum yatırım kararının belirlenmesinde, 16 değişik simülasyon senaryosu
esas alınmıştır. Her bir senaryo için terminal ekipmanlarının farklı
bileşenleri modelde girdi olarak kullanılmıştır. Söz konusu terminal
parametreleri; rıhtım uzunluğu, rıhtımdaki vinç sayısı, liman içinde
konteyner taşıyan çekici/kamyon sayısı ve konteyner depolama alanında
kullanılan vinç sayısıdır. Optimizasyonun amacı; ortalama gemi servis
süresini en aza indirmek ve aynı zamanda işlenen konteyner miktarını azami
sayıya çıkartmaktır.
Müteakip aşamada, konteyner simülasyon senaryoları çıktılarının
birbirlerine göre etkinliklerinin değerlendirilmesi için Veri Zarflama Analizi
yöntemi bir araç olarak kullanılmıştır. Çalışmanın son bölümünde, Veri
Zarflama Analizi sonuçlarını ve altyapı yatırım maliyetlerini girdi olarak
kabul eden maliyet etkinlik analizi neticesinde, hedef konteyner terminalinin
geliştirilmesi için gerekli olan minimum maliyetli optimum yatırım paketi
karar teklifi yapılmaktadır.

Üni̇versi̇telerle Sanayi̇ Kuruluşlari Arasinda İşbi̇rli̇ği̇nde Yeni̇ Yaklaşimlar

Eurasian Academy of Sciences Social Sciences Journal, 2015

Meslek Yüksekokullari Deni̇zci̇li̇k Eği̇ti̇m Programlarinin Kali̇tesi̇ni̇n Sağlanmasi Ve Gelecekteki̇ İhti̇yaçlarini Karşilayabi̇lecek Şeki̇lde Geli̇şti̇ri̇lmesi̇

ABSTRACT

DISTANCE LEARNING APPLICATION FOR POST GRADUATE STUDIES OF SEAFARING OFFICERS [en]

Elektronik Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi, 2017

The seafaring officers require further studies for their future roles related with their professi... more The seafaring officers require further studies for their future roles related with their professions such as positions at shipping companies, shipyards, ports and terminals. However, the working environment of the seafarers is totally different from the surroundings of other occupations. They work on a mobile work place and mostly have no or very limited internet connection which is essential for distance learning today. The education and training of the seafaring officers is regulated with the international regulations mainly based on the Standards of Training, Certification and Watch-keeping Convention for Seafarers (STCW) and requires a continuous education application which enables them to keep their certificate of competencies valid. This situation makes us to consider the application of different type of education and training methods in particular distance education of seafaring officers. The meta-synthesis method is applied to define most suitable postgraduate educations for seafaring officers considering their future role in the maritime industry and applicable distance learning methods matching their working conditions. This study starts with the investigation of available distance learning methods and postgraduate educations applied for seafaring officers. It continues with analysis of required modifications to enable application of distance learning methods for seafaring officers performing their duties on board the ships. The final aim of this study is to propose composite learning methods for postgraduate studies of seafaring officers mainly based on the distance learning and as well as possible supporting elements for distance learning. The standards established by the European Qualification Framework (EQF) and European Union Lifelong Learning (LLL) programme will also be considered.

A Study on Application of the Edexcel Quality Assurance System in Turkey

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014

A study on the organization and management systems of Turkish shipping companies

International Journal of Human Sciences, 2015

The Turkish maritime posture is changing rapidly. Turkish shipowners now have over 30.3 millions ... more The Turkish maritime posture is changing rapidly. Turkish shipowners now have over 30.3 millions DWT fleet and modern and big size ships replacing old vessels. The quantity and quality of the ports and terminals are significantly increasing. The shipping companies are reorganizing to adapt themselves for new operational and economic requirements. Better organizations and management systems are required to support this modernized fleet and improving shore facilities.The shipping companies are the leading element of the shipping sector. They play a crucial role in understanding existing and future requirements for national maritime industry and they develop plans, programmes and policies to survive in today’s challenging world.The shipping sector introduces a volatile character and it is not transparent. Therefore, it is not so easy to gather information on all the aspects of the shipping companies such as financial status, future plans and strategies. On the other hand, it is relativ...

NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN MARITIME EDUCATION AND TRAINING, TURKISH EXPERIMENT

Universal Journal of Educational Research 5(6): 947-952, 2017 http://www.hrpub.org DOI: , 2017

The aim of this study is to introduce new technologies and approaches in the maritime education a... more The aim of this study is to introduce new technologies and approaches in the maritime education and training (MET) and as well as reviewing the Turkish experiment and its outcomes including along analysis which may be helpful for the future studies on this subject. For example of, the Turkish on seafaring officer education is presented and discussed to identify and understand the problem areas to allow for proper actions to facilitate the innovation/adaptation process take place. Each step of process is analyzed to identify main sources of discrepancies and difficulties. The results of analysis are to help grouped to help formulate possible/probable solutions. After testing suitability, reliability and acceptability of several solutions, some applicable courses of actions are introduced. The overall results of this study may be used by MET planners and researchers who will make further studies.

Reshaping maritime university

Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, 2017

Discussion on Legal Issues Related to Salvage Operations in Turkish Straits

Handbook of Research on the Future of the Maritime Industry

A salvage operation is any act or activity to assist a vessel or any other property in danger in ... more A salvage operation is any act or activity to assist a vessel or any other property in danger in navigable waters. Nothing shall affect the application of salvage operations to prevent or minimize damage to the environment. The coastal states have the right to take measures in accordance with the generally recognized principles of international law to protect their coastline or related interests from pollution or threat of pollution following a maritime casualty or acts relating such a casualty which may reasonably be expected to result in major harmful consequences. This study aims to investigate legal issues related to salvage operations to prevent or mitigate damage to the population and environment in case of an accident which is always possible due to engine or rudder failure or human error.

Maritime Education and Training in the Digital Era

Universal Journal of Educational Research, 2020

As a result of technologic improvement, the shipping is rapidly changing. Digitalization and high... more As a result of technologic improvement, the shipping is rapidly changing. Digitalization and high level automation lead important changes in the operation of maritime business and subsequently the reconsideration of the role of seafarers. The shipping business becomes more technical and it demands highly skilled and specialized crew ready to embrace continuously evolving technology. The mission of the education institutes is not preparing the people for today but also for future requirements. It requires them to understand effect of digitalization on industry and adopt new programmes as well as benefits from IT technology to improve their teaching and learning methods. It is also necessary to establish a close cooperation and collaboration between industry and education institutes and evaluate missing points in the education system. A teaching system is required to rebound ability to learners to use information and understand abilities of automated systems. Traditional seafarer trai...

Development of Ro-Ro Transport in the Mediterranean

Continuing Professional Development for Mariners

Scientific Bulletin of Naval Academy

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is now a part of our life in exponentially changing pos... more Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is now a part of our life in exponentially changing posture of the world. We are living in disrupted development which requires to adopt new technologies in our profession as well as to support emerging new professions. It is important for professionals to keep up with technologic developments and enable themselves to adopt challenging requirements. All the leading parties of maritime industry should understand and evaluate the future of the maritime business and advice the Maritime Education and Training (MET) and research institutes to prepare CPD programmes for mariners. More important the maritime industry should decide their requirement for CPD and manage themselves to get benefit from the CPD to secure their business ensuring their employers’ career development to adapt to challenging requirements. The purpose of this research is to evaluate what kind of initiatives should be started to achieve a reliable and sustainable CPD system for...

Use of simulators for the development and assessment of the soft skills of cadets

A study on marine pollution problems in blacksea and mitigation of the deficiencies

Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, 2017

The Prospective Posture of Maritime Education in Support of Smart Shipping

Journal of Marine Technology and Environment, 2022

Maritime education covers the main seafarer's education, but after emerging of a new profession i... more Maritime education covers the main seafarer's education, but after emerging of a new profession in the maritime sector it has started to cover some other aspects of the industry such as port management, fleet management, shipyard management, etc. Additionally, the exponential development of technology enforced education planners to review and revise their programs frequently to meet the expectation of new technological and management structures. Realizing this situation, academicians in the maritime field should understand the new posture of the maritime industry and define their role and missions in the light of the new requirements of the maritime sector. This research aims to investigate the new role and the missions of maritime education institutes considering developments in science and technology in the next decade. In the first step, it is important to understand technological development affecting the maritime sector and imagine the future structure and requirements of the sector. Based on the results of this study a comprehensive study must be done to define what must be done in the education system to respond to new requirements. This research must be exhaustive and detailed. The problem areas are clearly defined and summarized as findings at the end of this step. These requirements must be adopted with academic programs. Adaptation of these corrective proposals to existing academic programs should be discussed considering how these new proposals are associated with the existing programs and/or matched with other related programs This study will assist the academicians and researchers who work on the development of the maritime education and training system using the results of this study.

Possible dangers of automation failures on board and measures to avoid the negative effects of these failures

Scientific Bulletin of Naval Academy, 2019

The first priority of the IMO (International Maritime Organization) is to ensure safety at sea. T... more The first priority of the IMO (International Maritime Organization) is to ensure safety at sea. The ships are the critical elements of the shipping. The ships are the largest vehicles of the world and equipped with state of art management systems which are mostly furnished with highly automated systems. Any automated system failure may cause fatal accidents that hamper the human life, ship, and environment as well as ports and terminals. Automated systems facilitate the management of the ships and reduce manpower requirements. Unfortunately, the seafarers assume these high technology products are very reliable and mostly neglects any possible failure on these systems. If we investigate seafarer's education and training systems, curricula do not cover sufficient knowledge on operation principles and limitations of automated systems. This insufficiency negatively affects their counteractions in case of an automation failure which endangers the safety of the sea. The application of...

Türki̇yede Yükseköğreti̇mi̇n Kali̇tesi̇ni̇ Etki̇leyen Önemli̇ Sorunlar

International Journal of Social Humanities Sciences Research (JSHSR), 2018

World Economy, Seaborne Trade And Posture Of Marıtıme Sector In The Next Decade

Social Sciences Studies Journal, 2019

The Facts, Figures and Considerations for Gender Discrimination

Social Sciences Studies Journal, 2018

The discrimination defined as "unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people,... more The discrimination defined as "unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex". Most people could have not been affected from discrimination because of his/her race, ethnicity or colour. But there is no one who has not been involved in woman discrimination having a wife, a mother, a sister or daughter. The discrimination of women in the world is still a very huge problem; even many strong efforts are spent to secure the woman rights throughout the world. Although gender discrimination still exists in many professions, the situation in the maritime community is more pressing than the other sectors. Shipping has historically been a male dominated industry and that tradition runs long. One of the reasons as to why women have never taken this career option very seriously is this fact. There is little encouragement to face the very male dominated and competitive career path due to a lack of female role models. Besides one of the biggest challenges for women in this field is combating perceptions that such jobs are meant only for men and require a skill set more associated with the. Many women fear to enter the man's world as they believe that they might face physical harassments and violence or severe verbal abuse as well as low levels of support from co-workers. Therefore one of the priorities of the international maritime community is to find a way to make women feel that their gender does not govern how they perform in a working environment and thus make it easier for women to pursue and achieve their dreams. This article intends to discuss basic facts, figures and considerations for gender discrimination to provide a basis for the future works of the Project MENTORESS (Maritime Education Network To Orient and Retain Women for Efficient Seagoing Services) led by Piri Reis University under Erasmus Plus Strategic Partnership in association with partner maritime universities from Bulgaria, Romania and Poland.

Gemi̇lerde Ci̇nsi̇yet Farklilaşmasinin Avantaj Ve Dezavantajlari

Social Sciences Studies Journal, 2018

The aim of this study is to explore the advantages and disadvantages of gender diversification in... more The aim of this study is to explore the advantages and disadvantages of gender diversification in the maritime world. Diversity is a significant tool to refrain discrimination. Gender characteristics of crew board members are used as the proxies for diversity. In this study finds that gender diversity may create advantages and disadvantages. Comparing this facts it is found that gender diversity may improve performance of crew. Appropriate usage of gender's specific characteristic as a tool to change boring and stereotype life on board, the life at sea may be more attractive and better provide to improve performance. It is not hard work if necessary action taken by maritime community in particular shipping companies.

Konteyner Terminaline Yapılacak Optimum Yatırımın Seçiminde Bilgisayar Simülasyon Modellemesinin Kullanımı

II.Ulusal Liman Kongresi, 2015

Ulaştırma ve küresel ticari faaliyetlerde limanlar çok önemli rol oynamaktadır. Her gün milyonla... more Ulaştırma ve küresel ticari faaliyetlerde limanlar çok önemli rol
oynamaktadır. Her gün milyonlarca ton ticari mal dünya ekonomisinin
işleyişi içinde limanlarda işlenmektedir. Limanların düzgün ve etkin
çalışmasının sağlanmasında ve terminal altyapı yeteneklerinin
geliştirilmesinde en uygun yatırım alternatifinin seçimi için, matematiksel
optimizasyon tekniklerinin kullanımı gerekli olmaktadır.
Bu çalışmada; bir konteyner terminali altyapısının geliştirilmesi için
optimum yatırım alternatifi seçiminde, simülasyon modellerinin ve Veri
Zarflama Analizi optimizasyon yönteminin avantajlarını birleştiren bir
yaklaşım kullanılmıştır. Bu amaçla, bir intermodal konteyner terminalinde
yürütülen faaliyetlerin bezetimini yapan ayrık (discrete) simülasyon modeli
kullanılarak, limanda aylık olarak işlenen toplam konteyner sayısının ve
ortalama gemi servis süresinin farklı yatırım senaryoları için tahmin edilmesi
yaklaşımı esas alınmıştır. Hedef olarak seçilen konteyner terminali için
optimum yatırım kararının belirlenmesinde, 16 değişik simülasyon senaryosu
esas alınmıştır. Her bir senaryo için terminal ekipmanlarının farklı
bileşenleri modelde girdi olarak kullanılmıştır. Söz konusu terminal
parametreleri; rıhtım uzunluğu, rıhtımdaki vinç sayısı, liman içinde
konteyner taşıyan çekici/kamyon sayısı ve konteyner depolama alanında
kullanılan vinç sayısıdır. Optimizasyonun amacı; ortalama gemi servis
süresini en aza indirmek ve aynı zamanda işlenen konteyner miktarını azami
sayıya çıkartmaktır.
Müteakip aşamada, konteyner simülasyon senaryoları çıktılarının
birbirlerine göre etkinliklerinin değerlendirilmesi için Veri Zarflama Analizi
yöntemi bir araç olarak kullanılmıştır. Çalışmanın son bölümünde, Veri
Zarflama Analizi sonuçlarını ve altyapı yatırım maliyetlerini girdi olarak
kabul eden maliyet etkinlik analizi neticesinde, hedef konteyner terminalinin
geliştirilmesi için gerekli olan minimum maliyetli optimum yatırım paketi
karar teklifi yapılmaktadır.

Üni̇versi̇telerle Sanayi̇ Kuruluşlari Arasinda İşbi̇rli̇ği̇nde Yeni̇ Yaklaşimlar

Eurasian Academy of Sciences Social Sciences Journal, 2015

Meslek Yüksekokullari Deni̇zci̇li̇k Eği̇ti̇m Programlarinin Kali̇tesi̇ni̇n Sağlanmasi Ve Gelecekteki̇ İhti̇yaçlarini Karşilayabi̇lecek Şeki̇lde Geli̇şti̇ri̇lmesi̇

ABSTRACT

DISTANCE LEARNING APPLICATION FOR POST GRADUATE STUDIES OF SEAFARING OFFICERS [en]

Elektronik Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi, 2017

The seafaring officers require further studies for their future roles related with their professi... more The seafaring officers require further studies for their future roles related with their professions such as positions at shipping companies, shipyards, ports and terminals. However, the working environment of the seafarers is totally different from the surroundings of other occupations. They work on a mobile work place and mostly have no or very limited internet connection which is essential for distance learning today. The education and training of the seafaring officers is regulated with the international regulations mainly based on the Standards of Training, Certification and Watch-keeping Convention for Seafarers (STCW) and requires a continuous education application which enables them to keep their certificate of competencies valid. This situation makes us to consider the application of different type of education and training methods in particular distance education of seafaring officers. The meta-synthesis method is applied to define most suitable postgraduate educations for seafaring officers considering their future role in the maritime industry and applicable distance learning methods matching their working conditions. This study starts with the investigation of available distance learning methods and postgraduate educations applied for seafaring officers. It continues with analysis of required modifications to enable application of distance learning methods for seafaring officers performing their duties on board the ships. The final aim of this study is to propose composite learning methods for postgraduate studies of seafaring officers mainly based on the distance learning and as well as possible supporting elements for distance learning. The standards established by the European Qualification Framework (EQF) and European Union Lifelong Learning (LLL) programme will also be considered.

A Study on Application of the Edexcel Quality Assurance System in Turkey

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014

A study on the organization and management systems of Turkish shipping companies

International Journal of Human Sciences, 2015

The Turkish maritime posture is changing rapidly. Turkish shipowners now have over 30.3 millions ... more The Turkish maritime posture is changing rapidly. Turkish shipowners now have over 30.3 millions DWT fleet and modern and big size ships replacing old vessels. The quantity and quality of the ports and terminals are significantly increasing. The shipping companies are reorganizing to adapt themselves for new operational and economic requirements. Better organizations and management systems are required to support this modernized fleet and improving shore facilities.The shipping companies are the leading element of the shipping sector. They play a crucial role in understanding existing and future requirements for national maritime industry and they develop plans, programmes and policies to survive in today’s challenging world.The shipping sector introduces a volatile character and it is not transparent. Therefore, it is not so easy to gather information on all the aspects of the shipping companies such as financial status, future plans and strategies. On the other hand, it is relativ...

NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN MARITIME EDUCATION AND TRAINING, TURKISH EXPERIMENT

Universal Journal of Educational Research 5(6): 947-952, 2017 http://www.hrpub.org DOI: , 2017

The aim of this study is to introduce new technologies and approaches in the maritime education a... more The aim of this study is to introduce new technologies and approaches in the maritime education and training (MET) and as well as reviewing the Turkish experiment and its outcomes including along analysis which may be helpful for the future studies on this subject. For example of, the Turkish on seafaring officer education is presented and discussed to identify and understand the problem areas to allow for proper actions to facilitate the innovation/adaptation process take place. Each step of process is analyzed to identify main sources of discrepancies and difficulties. The results of analysis are to help grouped to help formulate possible/probable solutions. After testing suitability, reliability and acceptability of several solutions, some applicable courses of actions are introduced. The overall results of this study may be used by MET planners and researchers who will make further studies.

Reshaping maritime university

Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy, 2017

Discussion on Legal Issues Related to Salvage Operations in Turkish Straits

Handbook of Research on the Future of the Maritime Industry

A salvage operation is any act or activity to assist a vessel or any other property in danger in ... more A salvage operation is any act or activity to assist a vessel or any other property in danger in navigable waters. Nothing shall affect the application of salvage operations to prevent or minimize damage to the environment. The coastal states have the right to take measures in accordance with the generally recognized principles of international law to protect their coastline or related interests from pollution or threat of pollution following a maritime casualty or acts relating such a casualty which may reasonably be expected to result in major harmful consequences. This study aims to investigate legal issues related to salvage operations to prevent or mitigate damage to the population and environment in case of an accident which is always possible due to engine or rudder failure or human error.

Maritime Education and Training in the Digital Era

Universal Journal of Educational Research, 2020

As a result of technologic improvement, the shipping is rapidly changing. Digitalization and high... more As a result of technologic improvement, the shipping is rapidly changing. Digitalization and high level automation lead important changes in the operation of maritime business and subsequently the reconsideration of the role of seafarers. The shipping business becomes more technical and it demands highly skilled and specialized crew ready to embrace continuously evolving technology. The mission of the education institutes is not preparing the people for today but also for future requirements. It requires them to understand effect of digitalization on industry and adopt new programmes as well as benefits from IT technology to improve their teaching and learning methods. It is also necessary to establish a close cooperation and collaboration between industry and education institutes and evaluate missing points in the education system. A teaching system is required to rebound ability to learners to use information and understand abilities of automated systems. Traditional seafarer trai...