Regulatory Challenges of Using Unmanned Vessels (Conference Abstract)

Key Points

• Regulatory challenges impact the implementation of unmanned vessels, raising concerns about safety standards.
• Key issues include compliance with maritime law and the adaptation of existing regulations to new technologies.
• Conference insights were drawn from discussions on current barriers to the adoption of autonomous technology in maritime contexts.
• Understanding these challenges may lead to better frameworks and approaches for integrating unmanned vessels into global waters.