Safe Ship Operations in Arctic: EU funded 'Safe maritime operations under extreme conditions - the Arctic case (SEDNA) project
...is developing ways to improve the design, operation, navigation and anti-icing features of ships traversing the harsh Arctic region.
SEDNA's innovations could help protect lives, safeguard the region's unique natural environment, and open more competitive routes for Europe's shippers, said a communication from EUROPA research information center.
As the ice in the Arctic region retreats due to global warming, new maritime routes are opening up to shipping traffic. However the Arctic's extremely harsh conditions and the severe safety challenges for navigation teams increase the risk of accidents, casualties and damage to the environment.
SEDNA is addressing these challenges by proposing and testing innovative technologies and methods to improve navigation and traffic management, operational safety, ship design, fuel stability, and anti-icing coatings.
For example, the project team is developing a human-centred approach to improve the ability of the ship's bridge crew, especially those with little or no Arctic experience, to navigate safely through the region.
The approach incorporates such features as augmented reality technology and better information management.
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