Welcome to the first journal of 2025! As we welcome the new year, we’re excited to dive into the crucial topics of safety and security.
These are fundamental to navigating challenges ahead and building a culture that makes safety a collective priority. This edition draws inspiration from our Maritime Safety Series virtual event at the end of last year. If you joined us then, you may recognise some of the contributors featured in these pages.
Drawing on those contributions, we’ve structured the journal into three key sections: Port Security, Technological Innovation, and Leadership and Change Management. Each section offers a unique perspective, providing practical strategies to help ensure we make safety a top priority in 2025.
As we look ahead, reflecting on the journey so far is equally important. In the middle section of this journal, our PTI reporters revisit 2024’s standout achievements in maritime digitalisation and sustainability, offering valuable insights as we move forward. We hope you’ll take a moment to reflect on these milestones with us and celebrate the progress made.
A special thanks goes to GSTS for sponsoring this edition and contributing invaluable insights into OCIANA®, a cutting-edge AI platform that enhances port security and operational efficiency. OCIANA® leverages real-time analytics, vessel monitoring, geofencing, and anomaly detection to help ports mitigate risks, streamline processes, and optimise berth scheduling.
As we embark on another year, we invite you to explore the tools, stories, and strategies within these pages. Together, we can navigate the challenges of 2025 and build a maritime industry that places safety and security at the core of everything we do.