Evaluation of Maritime Safety Policy Instruments

Authors: Kuronen, Jenni; Tapaninen, Ulla

Source: WMU Journal of Maritime Affairs, Volume 9, Number 1, April 2010 , pp. 45-61(17)

Publisher: World Maritime University

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Abstract:

This paper analyzes the effectiveness of the current maritime safety policy system as a whole. It offers an overview of different kinds of policy instruments that are used to enhance maritime safety and the criteria for effective policy instruments. It provides a criticism and goes through the weak points of the current maritime safety policy system, and finally, the system is analyzed in the light of the criteria for effective policy. The paper is based on literary sources, mainly on articles published in academic journals. The conclusion of the article is that the development of individual policies will not greatly improve the current level of maritime safety, and more fundamental changes are needed in the governance of maritime safety.

Keywords: MARITIME SAFETY; POLICY INSTRUMENTS; GOVERNANCE; EVALUATION

Document Type: Research article

Publication date: 2010-04-01

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The WMU JoMA is an international journal that covers the subject areas of maritime safety, marine environment protection, and shipping operations and gives, in this context, special attention to the human element and the impact of technology. It aims at serving the international maritime community by presenting fresh ideas and current thinking on subjects of topical interest, reporting on relevant research findings, and addressing inter-relationships between safety, environmental protection, and efficiency of maritime transport.
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