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CONCERN OVER CYBER LIABILITY AND
LACK OF REGULATION HINDERING
IMPLEMENTATION OF UNMANNED
SHIPS
* Concern over increased cyber security threat
* Uncertainty surrounding insurance cover availability
* Doubts raised over industry readiness for new technology
A
lmost two thirds
(64%) of global marine
industry executives
believe there is un-
certainty surrounding
liability issues relating
to unmanned ships
should a vessel be
involved in an incident
as a result of a cyber-
attack, according to
a new report from global law firm Clyde & Co
and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science
& Technology (IMarEST).
A survey of 220 marine industry executives
from across the world also found that there
is a lack of clarity around collisions involving
unmanned ships, with 59% of survey respon-
dents agreeing there is confusion surrounding
the regulations in this area.
"Technology is today advancing at an un-
precedented rate and promises a host of new
solutions for the maritime industry in terms
of improved efficiency, safety and environmental
performance. However, we should not be
blinded by the benefits. We must also remain
alert to the potential risks. This joint research
report examines these vulnerabilities and how
they might be addressed and is an important
starting point for the industry to begin preparing
for the future." David Loosley, Chief Executive,
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