Navigating Climate Change: Impacts and Innovations in Maritime Operations

The maritime industry is undergoing a profound transformation as it confronts the escalating impacts of climate change. Rising sea levels, intensifying storms, and evolving regulatory frameworks are disrupting traditional maritime operations and demanding urgent adaptation. This Research Topic seeks to explore the complex interplay between climate change and maritime logistics, with a focus on how digital technologies can support the transition to climate-resilient, sustainable maritime systems.Aligned with SDGs 7, 9, 13, and 14, this issue emphasizes the role of digitalisation in enhancing decision-making, reducing emissions, and ensuring continuity in a changing climate. With the IMO’s decarbonization targets and increasing stakeholder pressure, the maritime industry is at a pivotal moment. This Research Topic offers a timely platform for advancing knowledge and solutions that will shape the future of sustainable maritime operations.As global trade expands, the sector must address operational vulnerabilities while aligning with international sustainability goals. This Research Topic invites interdisciplinary research that bridges environmental science, ocean engineering, maritime policy, and digital innovation. Topics include climate-induced disruptions, port adaptation strategies, emission reduction technologies, and the integration of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twins for predictive planning and resilience. Topic editors: Tien Anh Tran, Gabriel Gomes De Oliveira, Chaitanya Patil, Sannasiraj Sannasi Annamalaisamy Source: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/71979/navigating-climate-change-impacts-and-innovations-in-maritime-operations